Description
Smoky, spicy, and packed with flavor, these Meal Prep Sheet Pan Chicken Tinga Bowls make healthy eating effortless. Juicy roasted chicken thighs are shredded and tossed in a bold chipotle tomato sauce, paired with caramelized bell peppers, and served over your favorite base. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal-prepped lunches.
Ingredients
Sheet Pan Ingredients:
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
3 bell peppers (use a mix of colors), sliced
1 teaspoon salt
Black pepper to taste
1–2 tablespoons olive oil
Tinga Sauce Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (14-ounce) can crushed fire-roasted tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 425°F.
2. Prepare Chicken and Peppers: Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Spread chicken and sliced peppers on a large baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat evenly.
3. Bake: Roast in the oven for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the peppers are tender.
4. Make the Sauce: While the chicken is baking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion, garlic, chipotle peppers, oregano, and cumin. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add Tomatoes: Stir in the crushed tomatoes and salt. Simmer for another 10 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.
6. Combine and Serve: Remove chicken from the oven and shred it into bite-sized pieces. Toss the shredded chicken with your desired amount of sauce. Serve with rice, quinoa, cauliflower rice, beans, tortillas, greens, or on its own.
Notes
To keep the spice level kid-friendly, use just one chipotle pepper. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days. This recipe freezes well for up to 2 months — just thaw overnight before reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: One-Pot & Easy Meals
- Method: Roasting, Blending, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired