Chicken and Chipotle Patties (Arañitas)

Steps

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1. 1
   Char the tomatoes, onion, and garlic over high heat until softened and lightly blackened.
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2. 2
   Shred the cooked chicken breast and combine in a bowl with the eggs, adding them gradually to achieve the right consistency for patties.
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3. 3
   Season the chicken-egg mixture with salt and black pepper, then fold in the charred onion and garlic.
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4. 4
   Heat oil in a skillet. Form the chicken mixture into patties by hand or with a spoon and fry in the hot oil.
   ▶ ≈2:18
5. 5
   Pan-fry the patties until golden brown on one side, then flip and fry until the other side is golden and edges are crispy.
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6. 6
   Blend or mash the charred tomatoes with the cooked onion and garlic, then mix in the chipote peppers to create a sauce.
   ▶ ≈3:58
7. 7
   Pour the tomato-chipotle sauce into the pan and bring to a boil. Add the fried patties and simmer until they absorb the sauce flavors.
   ▶ ≈4:44
8. 8
   Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve in bowls, optionally with rice on the side.
   ▶ ≈5:50