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Bite-Size Chipotle Chicken Soft Tacos (tinga de pollo)

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Don't say we didn't warn you! These hors d'oeuvre–size soft tacos will be gobbled up faster than you can say tinga de pollo. But no need to fear, because the recipe is easily doubled, which means you'll be tasting and toasting until the clock strikes midnight.

Editor's Note: This recipe is part of Gourmet's Modern Menu for A New Years' Eve Pasrty. Menu also includes Turkish Spiced Meatballs with Pomegranate Yogurt Sauce and Parmesan Pepper Curly Kale Chips .

Cooks' notes:

•Chicken mixture can made up to 2 days ahead. Reheat in a heavy saucepan over low heat, moistening it with water or broth, if necessary.
•Although we prefer the flavor of fresh tomatoes in this dish, if you want, you can substitute a scant 2 cups of drained and chopped canned tomatoes.

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