Tamales de Pollo

Tamales de Pollo are a delicious Mexican dish made with tender chicken wrapped in masa and steamed to perfection. Packed with flavor and high in protein, these tamales make for a satisfying and nutritious lunch.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams
• Corn masa harina - 200 grams
• Chicken broth - 120 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Corn husks - 10 pieces (soaked in warm water)
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons (chopped)
• Lime - 1 (for serving)

Steps

1. In a pot, boil the chicken breast in water with salt until fully cooked, about 20 minutes. Remove from water and shred the chicken.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the masa harina, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder.
3. Add the olive oil and chicken broth gradually to the masa mixture, mixing until you achieve a smooth dough-like consistency.
4. Stir in the shredded chicken and chopped cilantro into the masa dough.
5. Take a soaked corn husk and spread about 2 tablespoons of the masa mixture in the center. Fold the sides of the husk over the filling, then fold the bottom up to enclose it.
6. Repeat with the remaining husks and filling.
7. Place the tamales upright in a steamer or a large pot with a steamer insert, cover with a wet cloth, and steam for about 60 minutes or until the masa pulls away from the husk easily.
8. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the chicken, promoting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains fiber from the masa and corn husks, aiding digestive health.

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