Tandoori Chicken Tacos are a delicious fusion dish that combines the flavors of traditional Indian tandoori chicken with the fun and portable nature of tacos. Here’s a brief overview of the recipe, including cooking time, preparation time, ready time, and the list of ingredients:
Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Ready time: 40 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless chicken breasts, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons tandoori masala powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 8 small tortillas or taco shells
- Sliced onions and tomatoes, for garnish
- Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions:
- In a bowl, combine the yogurt, tandoori masala powder, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, and salt. Mix well to make a marinade.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and coat them thoroughly. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate it for a few hours for better flavor.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook until they are browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
- While the chicken is cooking, warm the tortillas or taco shells according to the package instructions.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- Assemble the tacos by placing a spoonful of tandoori chicken onto each tortilla or taco shell.
- Garnish with sliced onions, tomatoes, and fresh cilantro leaves.
- Serve the tandoori chicken tacos with lime wedges on the side for an extra tangy kick.
- Enjoy the flavorful and spicy Tandoori Chicken Tacos!
Note: You can customize the toppings and garnishes according to your preferences. Feel free to add shredded lettuce, cheese, or your favorite sauces to enhance the flavors.