Tamales de Pollo (Chicken Tamales)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, beat the shortening until fluffy. In a separate bowl, mix masa harina, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the chicken broth to the masa mixture, then mix in the shortening until dough is soft.
  2. Prepare the Filling: Mix shredded chicken with salsa verde, adding salt and pepper as desired.
  3. Assemble the Tamales: Spread 2 tablespoons of masa dough onto the center of each soaked corn husk. Add a spoonful of the chicken filling. Fold the sides of the husk over the filling, then fold the bottom of the husk up.
  4. Steam the Tamales: Place tamales in a steamer and steam for about 1-1.5 hours, until the masa is firm and pulls away from the husk easily.
  5. Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious tamales!

Thank you for your appreciation, and enjoy making these tamales! 🫔