Tinga de Pollo Burger
Tinga de Pollo Burger is a vibrant fusion of traditional Mexican flavors and a classic burger, featuring shredded chicken in a smoky chipotle sauce served on a whole grain bun. This healthy dish is both satisfying and packed with nutrients, making it a perfect choice for a delicious meal.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Mexican
450 kcal
Ingredients
- Chicken breast - 300 grams
- Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
- Onion - 1 medium, thinly sliced
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce - 2 peppers, chopped
- Tomato sauce - 200 grams
- Oregano - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
- Whole grain burger buns - 2
- Avocado - 1, sliced
- Lettuce - 2 leaves
- Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
Steps
- In a pot, boil the chicken breast in salted water for about 15 minutes or until cooked through. Remove from water, let cool, and shred the chicken.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and chopped chipotle peppers to the skillet, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add the shredded chicken to the skillet and mix well, ensuring the chicken is coated with the sauce. Cook for another 5 minutes to heat through.
- While the chicken is cooking, toast the whole grain burger buns until golden brown.
- Assemble the burgers by placing a generous portion of the tinga mixture on the bottom half of each bun. Top with lettuce, avocado slices, and chopped cilantro before placing the top bun on.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Tinga de Pollo Burgers!
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35 g
- Carbs: 40 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
- Total Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein from chicken, supporting muscle health.
- Contains healthy fats from avocado, promoting heart health.
Tags
MexicanHealthyBurger