Description
Tandoori Chicken Tacos deliver a delightful fusion of Indian and Mexican flavors, featuring succulent chicken marinated in yogurt and spices, grilled to perfection, and wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for casual gatherings or cozy dinners, these tacos are not just delicious but also visually stunning. Customize with your favorite toppings for an unforgettable taste experience that will impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp tandoori masala
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 8 tortillas (corn or flour)
- Your favorite taco toppings (e.g., shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado slices)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, tandoori masala, ginger, garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Preheat Grill or Oven: Heat grill to medium-high or preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook Chicken: Grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through with char marks. If using an oven, roast on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Rest & Slice: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
- Warm Tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat until soft.
- Assemble Tacos: Layer chicken strips on tortillas and add cilantro along with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Indian/Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg