Burguesa de Tinga
Burguesa de Tinga is a flavorful Mexican burger that combines shredded chicken cooked in a smoky tomato sauce with the crunch of fresh toppings. Packed with protein and vibrant flavors, it's a delightful twist on traditional burgers.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Mexican
450 kcal
Ingredients
- Chicken breast - 300 grams
- Onion - 1 medium, sliced
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Chipotle in adobo sauce - 1 tablespoon
- Canned tomatoes - 200 grams, diced
- Chicken broth - 100 ml
- Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
- Lettuce leaves - 4
- Avocado - 1, sliced
- Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
- Whole wheat burger buns - 2
- Fresh cilantro - for garnish
Steps
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add the sliced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the shredded chicken, chipotle in adobo, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and cumin.
- Simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes until the chicken is tender and the sauce thickens.
- While the chicken is cooking, toast the whole wheat buns on a separate skillet until golden brown.
- Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom bun, followed by a generous portion of tinga chicken, sliced avocado, and tomato.
- Top with fresh cilantro and cover with the top bun.
- Serve immediately with your favorite side.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35 g
- Carbs: 40 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
- Total Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
- Contains healthy fats from avocado, promoting heart health.
Tags
MexicanHigh ProteinBurger