{"id":10361,"date":"2012-05-29T15:54:09","date_gmt":"2012-05-29T20:54:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/myhalalkitchen.com\/?p=10361"},"modified":"2021-03-11T07:04:35","modified_gmt":"2021-03-11T13:04:35","slug":"chicken-tikka-masala-tacos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/myhalalkitchen.com\/chicken-tikka-masala-tacos\/","title":{"rendered":"Chicken Tikka Masala Tacos"},"content":{"rendered":"

When I saw Saffron Road<\/a>\u2019s new Tikka Masala<\/strong> sauce already made in their convenient new packets of simmer sauces<\/a>, I knew I wanted to cook it with chicken<\/a> but I also wanted to make something out of the norm, something not served over rice<\/a> or with pita bread but instead fused together with another ethnic cuisine<\/strong> that would go well with these Indian flavors<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\"Chicken<\/a><\/p>\n

Chicken<\/a> Tikka Masala Tacos <\/em><\/p>\n

Since we love tacos at home and the fact that boneless chicken<\/a> thighs make for easy cooking, I decided to make these chicken<\/a> tikka masala tacos<\/strong>, super quick because of the convenience of the Saffron Road simmer sauce <\/strong><\/a>already made for you. Just add your favorite meat<\/a> or other protein and add vegetables, if you like.<\/p>\n

\"tikka<\/a><\/p>\n

ghee (get the organic kind, possible), boneless chicken<\/a> thighs, red onion (or yellow or white), garlic, lime, avocado plus…<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Tikka<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Saffron Road<\/a>‘s Tikka Masala Simmer Sauce<\/em><\/p>\n

\"corn<\/a><\/p>\n

and some tortillas- stone ground corn or whole wheat are the healthiest <\/em><\/p>\n

Overall, this sauce has an authentic taste, bringing home the flavors of South Asian cooking. It\u2019s low in sodium and full of flavor, saving lots of time in the kitchen<\/strong> to cook more of your favorite dishes in the comfort and convenience of your own cooking space, big or small\u2026<\/p>\n

Here’s what you do:<\/p>\n

\"red<\/a><\/p>\n

Saut\u00e9 the red onions in warmed ghee. Use a medium to large pan. I just happened to use what I had, which was a larger pan that what I actually needed.<\/em><\/p>\n

\"add<\/a><\/p>\n

Add the chicken<\/a> and garlic once the onions have had time to cook down a bit.<\/em><\/p>\n

\"let<\/a><\/p>\n

Let the chicken get nice and brown on all sides- that’s what makes any meat<\/a> dish so delicious. Leave it alone- the more you twirl it around or flip and flop it, it never really gets that gorgeous color or flavor from browning.<\/em><\/p>\n

\"pour<\/a><\/p>\n

Pour in the simmer sauce- then take in the smell, it’s wonderful.<\/em><\/p>\n

\"let<\/a><\/p>\n

Let it do it’s thing- simmer, for about 20 minutes.<\/em><\/p>\n

\"so<\/a><\/p>\n

It’ll get this wonderful glazed-like texture<\/em><\/p>\n

\"three<\/a><\/p>\n

Then it’s ready to put on warmed tacos and all of the toppings you want. It’s even great on pita bread.<\/em><\/p>\n

\"photo<\/a><\/strong>Chicken<\/a> Tikka Masala Tacos<\/strong>
\nServes 4 (makes 8 tacos)<\/p>\n

Find simmer sauces at your local Whole Foods Markets<\/a>– call ahead to see if they carry the product and if they don\u2019t, fill out a comment card at the customer service desk to request that they begin carrying it<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n

3-4 tablespoons garlic flavored ghee
\n1 and 1\/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken<\/a> thighs
\n1\/2 cup red onion, diced
\n3 cloves garlic, minced
\n1 pouch (7 ounces) Saffron Road Tikka Masala Simmer Sauce<\/a><\/p>\n

Toppings:<\/span>
\nFreshly chopped avocado
\n2 limes, quartered
\n8-10 non-GMO corn tortillas
\nFresh herbs (chopped basil, parsley and\/or cilantro)
\nSour cream (optional)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Directions<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Heat ghee then saut\u00e9 onions. Add the chicken<\/a> and cook on one side, approximately six minutes.<\/p>\n

2. Add the garlic then turn the chicken<\/a> to cook on the other side, another 3-4 minutes.<\/p>\n

3. Add the entire packet of Saffron Road Tikka Masala Simmer Sauce<\/a> and stir well to combine. Cover and reduce heat, simmering for an additional 20 minutes.<\/p>\n

4. Remove chicken<\/a> and add to warmed tortillas. Top with avocado, sour cream, fresh herbs and lime juice, if desired.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Where do you go to bring the flavors of Indian cooking close to home when these dishes aren\u2019t so easy to make yourself?<\/em><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

As a brand ambassador for Saffron Road<\/a> Food, I was provided with a complimentary packet of this simmer sauce, though the review of the product in the development of this original recipe is my own opinion.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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