Low Carb Tostadas De Tinga De Pollo Recipe #shorts #diabetes . #mexicanfood #comidamexicana

chipotle peppers

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika offers a similar flavor profile without the heat.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Turkey is leaner, while canned chicken is a budget-friendly option.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is often less expensive.

tostadas

🥗Healthier: whole grain tortillas

💰Cheaper: corn tortillas

Whole grain tortillas provide more fiber, while corn tortillas are cheaper.

Heat avocado oil to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and fry tortilla on each side until it’s completely fried.

Blend together 5 ripe roma tomatoes, 1/2 can of chipotle peppers, and chicken seasoning to taste with 3/4 cup reserved chicken broth.

Add 4 lbs chicken breast, 2 liters water, 1/2 onion, 4 garlic cloves, and 2 bay leaves to a 5 quart pot and bring to a boil.

Lower to medium heat and cover for 30 minutes.

Remove from heat and shred chicken using a stand mixer.

In a hot and oiled cast iron skillet, add shredded chicken, onion, garlic, and chopped tomatoes and fry on high heat until vegetables are softened.

Add the blended tomato-chipotle sauce and cook on high heat for 5 minutes, then cook on low for 15 minutes.

Assemble tostadas with refried beans, chicken tinga, lettuce, crema mexicana, queso cotija, pickled onions, and fresh molcajete salsa.

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