Chicken Tikka Tacos

Ingredients

• 800 g Chicken Breast (boneless, skinless, cut into bite‑size pieces)
• 2 tbsp Chicken Tikka Masala Spice Mix (store‑bought or homemade blend)
• 1 tsp Cumin Seeds (whole seeds; can toast for extra aroma)
• 3 tbsp Plain Yogurt (full‑fat or low‑fat; adds creaminess)
• 3 tbsp Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tsp Salt (kosher or table salt)
• 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil (neutral‑flavored oil)
• 1 small Red Onion (peeled and finely diced)
• 1 medium Tomato (diced; seeds removed for less water)
• 1 handful Fresh Parsley (chopped)
• 1 tbsp Lemon Juice (for salsa; freshly squeezed)
• 2 tbsp Mixed Pepper Sauce (optional; any hot sauce you like)
• 8 pieces Small Tortillas (corn or flour, warmed before serving)

Instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients

   Trim and cut the chicken breast into bite‑size pieces. Dice the red onion, dice the tomato, and finely chop the parsley. Measure out all spices, yogurt, lemon juice, and oil.

   Time: PT10M

2. Sear the Chicken

   Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3 minutes until they start to turn opaque.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: medium heat

3. Add Tikka Seasoning and Simmer

   Sprinkle the chicken tikka masala spice mix, cumin seeds, and salt over the chicken. Pour in the 3 tbsp lemon juice and 3 tbsp plain yogurt. Stir well to coat all pieces, then reduce the heat slightly and let it simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through.

   Time: PT15M

   Temperature: medium heat

4. Prepare Fresh Salsa

   In a small bowl combine the diced red onion, diced tomato, chopped parsley, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Toss gently to mix.

   Time: PT5M

5. Warm Tortillas

   Place the tortillas in a dry skillet over low heat for about 30 seconds per side, or microwave them covered with a damp paper towel for 20 seconds, until pliable.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: low heat

6. Assemble the Tacos

   Lay a warm tortilla on a plate, spoon a generous amount of the chicken tikka onto it, top with the fresh salsa, and drizzle with mixed pepper sauce if desired. Repeat for remaining tortillas.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

523

Protein

62 g

Carbohydrates

20 g

Fat

36 g

Fiber

2 g