Sticky Chicken Tikka Tacos (Print Version)

Tender chicken tikka slow-cooked and glazed, served in soft tortillas with fresh garnishes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken & Marinade

01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
02 - 2/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
03 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
04 - 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
05 - 1 tablespoon minced garlic
06 - 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin
07 - 1.5 teaspoons ground coriander
08 - 1.5 teaspoons garam masala
09 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
11 - 1.5 teaspoons salt

→ Masala Sauce

12 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
13 - 1 medium onion, finely diced
14 - 2 teaspoons grated ginger
15 - 2 teaspoons minced garlic
16 - 2 teaspoons ground cumin
17 - 2 teaspoons garam masala
18 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
19 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
20 - 14 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
21 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
22 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
23 - 2 tablespoons honey
24 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Sticky Glaze

25 - 2 tablespoons honey
26 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
27 - 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
28 - 2 tablespoons masala sauce (reserved from above)

→ For Serving

29 - 6 small flour or corn tortillas
30 - 1 red onion, thinly sliced
31 - Fresh cilantro leaves
32 - 1 small cucumber, diced
33 - Lime wedges

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Combine chicken thighs with yogurt, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, cumin, coriander, garam masala, smoked paprika, turmeric, and salt in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight to deepen flavor.
02 - Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until softened and aromatic.
03 - Incorporate ground cumin, garam masala, smoked paprika, and chili powder into the skillet. Cook stirring constantly for 1 minute to release spices' fragrance.
04 - Pour in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and honey. Season with salt and black pepper. Simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, then remove from heat.
05 - Transfer marinated chicken and prepared masala sauce into slow cooker. Stir to coat chicken pieces thoroughly. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours until chicken is tender.
06 - Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred with two forks. Stir heavy cream into remaining sauce in slow cooker, then return shredded chicken and mix evenly.
07 - Combine honey, soy sauce, dark brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons of masala sauce in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat until thickened and sticky, about 2 to 3 minutes.
08 - Drizzle sticky glaze over shredded chicken and toss to coat evenly, enhancing flavor and texture.
09 - Warm tortillas according to package instructions. Fill each with sticky chicken tikka masala and garnish with sliced red onion, diced cucumber, fresh cilantro leaves, and a squeeze of lime juice.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Bold fusion flavors combining classic Indian and Mexican cuisine
  • Easy slow cooker preparation perfect for busy days
02 -
  • This recipe contains dairy, gluten, and soy; always check your ingredient labels.
  • To make it dairy-free or gluten-free, select coconut yogurt and gluten-free tortillas.
03 -
  • Add chopped green chilies to the sauce for extra heat and flavor.
  • Use coconut yogurt for dairy-free and gluten-free tortillas for allergy-friendly serving.
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