Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with these Yummy Green Chicken Tamales. Wrapped in a soft masa blanket, each tamale is filled with tender chicken and a tangy green sauce made from tomatillos and fresh herbs. Perfect for a festive gathering or as a comforting meal, this recipe combines authentic taste with straightforward preparation, making it an essential addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups masa harina
- 1 cup lard or vegetable shortening
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chicken broth (plus more as needed)
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 10 medium tomatillos, husked and chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 jalapeños, chopped (adjust based on heat preference)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Corn husks (for wrapping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: Boil the tomatillos, cilantro, jalapeños, and garlic in chicken broth until soft. Blend until smooth. Mix with shredded chicken.
- Create Masa Dough: Beat lard until fluffy; gradually mix in masa harina and chicken broth until spreadable. Season with salt.
- Assemble Tamales: Soak corn husks in warm water for 30 minutes. Spread masa dough on husks, add filling, and fold tightly.
- Steam Tamales: Place upright in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for 1 to 1.5 hours until masa pulls away from husk easily.
- Serve Warm: Let cool slightly before serving with salsa verde or your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tamale (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg