Recipe Details
Ingredients
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3poundsskinless, boneless chicken thighs
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4cupschicken stock
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1cupwater
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1largeyellow onion, halved
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3peeled whole garlic cloves
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2teaspoonskosher salt, plus more to taste
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½teaspoondried oregano
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2tablespoonsolive oil
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1largeonion, diced
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1(7 ounce) canchipotle peppers in adobo sauce
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1(28 ounce) canpeeled plum tomatoes (preferably San Marzano)
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3tablespoonschopped fresh cilantro, or more to taste
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2tablespoonscrumbled cotija cheese, or to taste
Cooking Directions
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Place chicken thighs, chicken stock, water, halved onion, garlic cloves, salt, and oregano in a large pot. Bring to a simmer over high heat; reduce to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes. Remove from heat.
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Transfer onion halves to a bowl with a slotted spoon; transfer chicken thighs to a separate bowl.
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Pour broth through a strainer into a large bowl.
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Heat olive oil in the same pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until beginning to soften, about 4 minutes. Transfer strained liquid to onions. Bring mixture to a boil over high heat; turn heat to medium-low; reduce broth by about half, 15 to 20 minutes.
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Transfer reserved boiled onions to a blender. Add chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Swirl a bit of water in the can and add to the blender. Add tomatoes. Cover blender with the lid; pulse on and off until mixture is partially blended, then blend on medium speed until smooth, 1 or 2 minutes. Transfer to pot with broth and onions.
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Increase heat to medium-high. Simmer 15 minutes or so, depending on how thick you want the sauce. Reduce heat to medium-low.
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Tear chicken into bite-size pieces and add to the pot. Cook another 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a serving dish; garnish with cilantro and crumbled cotija cheese.
Recipe Tips
You can substitute 3 1/2 cups of any fresh or canned tomato product for the 28-ounce can of San Marzano tomatoes.
Top with the usual suspects, like shredded cheese, chopped green onions, sour cream, etc.
Nutrition Facts
Full Nutrition Label | |
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Servings Per Recipe6 | |
Calories483 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 30g |
38% |
Saturated Fat 8g |
39% |
Cholesterol 137mg |
46% |
Sodium 1915mg |
83% |
Total Carbohydrate 14g |
5% |
Dietary Fiber 3g |
12% |
Total Sugars 6g |
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Protein 39g |
78% |
Vitamin C 17mg |
18% |
Calcium 107mg |
8% |
Iron 4mg |
20% |
Potassium 592mg |
13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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