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.

Tinga de Pollo Burger
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

  1. 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.
  2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and chopped chipotle peppers to the skillet, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the tomato sauce, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. 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.
  6. While the chicken is cooking, toast the whole grain burger buns until golden brown.
  7. 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.
  8. 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