Entomatadas de Pollo (Chicken Entomatadas)
Entomatadas de pollo are an easy and delicious way to use up leftover shredded chicken.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 8 oz canned tomato sauce
- 1/4 of an onion thinly sliced
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1/4 tsp oregano crushed
- salt to taste
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil plus 1 tbs
- 3/4 cup water
- 6 corn tortillas
- chopped cilantro optional
- crumbled queso fresco optional
- sliced avocadoes optional
Instructions
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Heat up 1 tbs of oil in a pot over medium heat. Once hot add the sliced onion. Season with salt and cook for a few minutes. Then add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
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Next add the tomato sauce, oregano and water. Make sure to crush the oregano between your palms to release the flavor. Stir well and let simmer for 10 minutes on medium low. When done check for salt.
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Heat up 1/2 cup of oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Once hot quickly fry the tortillas for a few seconds on each side. Then transfer to a paper towel lined plate to drain.
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Put a tortilla on a plate and fill it with some of the shredded chicken. Then fold it. Repeat with the rest of the tortillas and shredded chicken.
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Top the entomatadas with the sauce. Garnish with your favorite toppings.
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Serve and enjoy.