Chicken Tinga Braise with cracked fennel

Method

1. Start by prepping your chicken thighs, olive oil, garlic so the cooking goes quickly.
2. Warm a splash of olive oil in a heavy pan over medium heat, then add the shallots and cook until soft and fragrant, about 4 to 5 minutes.
3. Add the chicken tinga and let it maple, undisturbed, so it takes on real color before you stir.
4. Fold in the garlic and season generously; give everything a minute to come together.
5. Off the heat, brighten it up with toasted nuts and a final crack of pepper.
6. Plate it up while hot and pass extra at the table.