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  These chicken tamales are a healthier twist on a classic dish. Made with lean chicken and wrapped in masa harina, they’re perfect for a diabetes-friendly meal that’s both satisfying and delicious. Ingredients For the filling: Cooked chicken breast: 2 cups, shredded Onion: ½, finely chopped Garlic: 2 cloves, minced Green chilies: 1 can (4 ounces), diced (mild or spicy, to taste) Cumin: 1 teaspoon Salt: To taste Pepper: To taste Chicken broth: ¼ cup (low sodium) For the masa: Masa harina: 2 cups Baking powder: 1 teaspoon Salt: ½ teaspoon Olive oil or unsalted butter: ½ cup (melted) Chicken broth: 1 to 1½ cups (as needed) For wrapping: Corn husks: 12-15, soaked in warm water for 30 minutes Instructions Prepare the filling: In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, diced green chilies, cumin, salt, pepper, and chicken broth. Mix well and set aside. Make the masa dough: In a separate bowl, whisk together the masa harina, baking powder, and ...