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Scallion Pancake Chicken Tinga Fold

Smoky chipotle tomato chicken folded into scallion pancakes with pickled onion.

Vehicle

scallion pancake

Inspiration

Mexican / Chinese

Flavor Profile

smoky, spicy, savory

Meal Type

dinner

Protein

chicken

Spice Level

hot

Texture

crispy

Difficulty

easy

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Total Time

40 minutes

Servings

Flexible

Prep Style

quick-weeknight

Tags

handheld, chicken, spicy, weeknight

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Description

This recipe treats scallion pancakes like quesadilla shells for saucy chicken tinga and bright toppings.

Ingredients

  • 4 frozen scallion pancakes
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 tbsp chipotle in adobo
  • 1/2 cup crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 red onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Salt and pepper

Preparation

  1. Simmer chicken with chipotle, tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper for 8 to 10 minutes.
  2. Quick-pickle onion with vinegar, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Cook scallion pancakes until crisp.

Assembly

  1. Spoon warm tinga onto one half of each pancake.
  2. Add pickled onion and fold over.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with lime wedges.
  • Add crema for balance.

Notes or Variations

  • Use shredded turkey for leftovers.
  • Add black beans for more body.

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