Shredded Chipotle Chihuahua Recipe
Overview:
This Shredded Chipotle Chihuahua recipe is a tantalizing blend of spicy chipotle flavors, tender chicken, and crunchy cabbage, all wrapped up in a creamy sour cream dressing. Perfect for lunch or as a satisfying snack, this dish is quick and easy to prepare, requiring just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time. With its bold flavors and satisfying texture, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household!
Recipe Information:
- Name: Shredded Chipotle Chihuahua
- Category: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: Chicken, Poultry, Meat, Spicy, < 60 Mins, Easy
- Servings: 2
- Calories per Serving: 340.3
- Total Fat: 16.4g
- Saturated Fat: 5.5g
- Cholesterol: 98.1mg
- Sodium: 126.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 15.3g
- Fiber: 3.2g
- Sugar: 8.4g
- Protein: 33.5g
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 3 chipotle chiles
- 1/3 cup brown sugar substitute
- 2 cups red cabbage, shredded
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat oven to 325 degrees. |
| 2 | Place chicken breasts in a baking dish. |
| 3 | In a mortar and pestle, create a paste by combining chipotle chiles and brown sugar substitute. |
| 4 | Spread the chipotle paste evenly over the chicken breasts. |
| 5 | Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. |
| 6 | Allow the cooked chicken to cool slightly, then shred using forks. |
| 7 | In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken with shredded red cabbage, onion powder, sour cream, and diced tomatoes. |
| 8 | Season with salt and pepper to taste, mixing well to combine all ingredients evenly. |
| 9 | Serve the Shredded Chipotle Chihuahua mixture as desired. It can be enjoyed alone or rolled up in tortillas for a delicious twist! |
Tips:
- For extra heat, add more chipotle chiles to the paste mixture.
- Customize the recipe by adding your favorite toppings or additional vegetables.
- Make a big batch and store leftovers in the refrigerator for quick and easy meals throughout the week.
- This recipe is versatile and can be adapted to suit your taste preferences. Feel free to experiment with different spices and seasonings to create your own unique version of Shredded Chipotle Chihuahua! 🌶️🍗🥬
