
Grilled Chicken Tampiqueña Plate

La Tampiqueña is one of the most quintessential dishes in Tamaulipas, and Mexican cuisine in general. Chef Santiago put his own delicious spin on the dish with perfectly grilled chicken that's been marinated with typical Mexican seasonings, chiles, and achiote. The chicken is served alongside a decadent cheese enchilada along with sides of smoky chipotle-infused rice, rajas (creamy, cheesy sautéed corn and poblano peppers), and fresh, tangy guacamole. This is without a doubt one of Santiago's favorite dishes he's prepared for CookUnity (and ours too!)
Total Time
120 minutes
Prep Time
60 minutes
Cook Time
60 minutes
Ingredients per serving
1
Skinless Boneless Chicken Breast
7.33 oz1
Achiote Paste
0.03 oz1
Apple Cider Vinegar
0.01 oz1
Kosher Salt
0.01 oz1
Yellow Onion (diced)
0.05 oz1
Peeled Garlic (minced)
0.01 oz1
Fresh Orange Juice
0.10 oz1
Bottle Lime Juice
0.04 oz1
Water
0.42 oz1
Dried Guajillo Chile Pepper
1.83 eaPreparation
1. For the Chicken
In a bowl, mix achiote paste, apple cider vinegar, cumin, oregano, salt, onion, garlic, orange juice, and lime juice. Rub the marinade all over the chicken breasts. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Set aside.
2. For the Tatemada Sauce
Blend tomatoes, onion, garlic, and dried peppers until smooth. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the blended mixture and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt to taste.
3. For the Cheese Enchilada
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place a tortilla in a baking dish. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and roll up the tortilla. Cover with a bit of Tatemada sauce and bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
4. For the Rajas
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions, garlic, and peppers until softened. Add corn, epazote, and heavy cream. Cook until the cream thickens and vegetables are tender. Season with salt.
5. For the Mexican Rice
Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent. Add jasmine rice and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in crushed tomatoes, chipotle pepper, guajillo pepper, and achiote paste. Add chicken base, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked.
6. For the Avocado Cream
In a blender, combine avocado, avocado oil, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, onion, jalapeno, and tomatillo. Blend until smooth. Season with salt.
7. Assemble the Plate
Slice the grilled chicken and place it on a plate. Serve with the cheese enchilada, Mexican rice, and rajas. Drizzle the avocado cream over the chicken or serve it on the side.
Nutritional facts
Protein
61g
Carbs
62g
Calories
62kcal
Fat
25g
Reviews
4.3





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