Chicken Tamales: A Taste of Fiesta Fun! - Taste Dessert

Ingredients

• 2 lbs (900g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped (approx. 200g)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped (approx. 150g)
• 1 (14.5 oz/411g) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (10 oz/283g) can Ro-Tel diced tomatoes and green chilies (or similar), undrained
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp oregano
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 1 cup (240ml) chicken broth
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp Masa Harina to thicken sauce if needed
• 4 cups (400g) Masa Harina (instant corn flour for tamales)
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks/226g) vegetable shortening (such as Crisco), room temperature
• 3 - 3 1/2 cups (720-840ml) warm chicken broth (or water)
• 2 packages dried corn husks (approx. 50-60 husks)