Mediterranean Crispy Butter Chicken Tacos have juicy and creamy texture. We prepare these tacos with chicken, butter, olive oil, garlic, tomatoes, Greek yogurt, turmeric, paprika, cumin, fresh vegetables, feta, parsley, and a lemony yogurt sauce. These tacos have approximately 485 calories and 29 g of net carbs. These tacos take us about forty-five minutes to prepare. You can prepare the chicken earlier and refrigerate it for 3 to 4 days or freeze it for almost 2 months. You can serve these Mediterranean Crispy Butter Chicken Tacos with Greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, roasted vegetables, or mediterranean rice.
STATS:
- Course: Main Course, Dinner
- No. of Calories: 485 kcal
- Diet: Mediterranean
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Fusion
- Cook time: 25 minutes
- Portion size: 2 tacos
- Cooking mode: Stovetop, Oven
- Total servings: 4
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Total time: 45 minutes
TOOLS:
- Skillet
- Bowls
- Baking sheet
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Spoon
- Tongs
INGREDIENTS:
BUTTER CHICKEN:
- 1½ lb chicken breast
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 onion
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- Half a cup Greek yogurt
- Paprika, one tsp.
- One tsp. turmeric
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp coriander
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp parsley
TACO FILLING:
- 8 tortillas
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup cucumber
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes
- ¼ cup red onion
- ¼ cup feta cheese
- 2 tbsp parsley
YOGURT SAUCE:
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tbsp parsley
- Salt
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CHICKEN:
- We use chicken breast to provide a lean and protein-rich filling for these tacos. As an alternative, you can use boneless chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
BUTTER:
- Butter provides a rich and creamy flavor to the chicken. To get a lighter option, you might swap it with olive oil.
GREEK YOGURT:
- Greek yogurt transforms the chicken sauce creamy and provides a delightful tang. You can also use plain dairy-free yogurt.
TORTILLAS:
- Small tortillas create the crispy taco shells. As an alternative, you can use corn tortillas or whole-wheat tortillas.
FETA:
- Feta provides a salty and creamy Mediterranean flavor. As a different choice, you may utilize goat or crumbled white cheese.
VEGETABLES:
- Cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion provide freshness and crunch. You can also use lettuce, bell peppers, or olives.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Garnish the chicken with salt, paprika, black pepper, turmeric, coriander, and cumin.
- In a pan, we preheat the olive oil & butter.
- Put in the chicken and cook for only seven minutes.
- Include the onion & garlic & cook for only two minutes.
- Slowly cook the crushed tomatoes for just five minutes.
- Slower the flame and whisk in the lemon juice and Greek yogurt.
- Cook for almost three minutes and include fresh parsley.
- Coat the tortillas using olive oil and bake at 200°Celcius for only seven minutes till crispier.
- Stir the salt, Greek yogurt, parsley, lemon juice, and garlic to make the sauce.
- Pour all the crispy tortillas with butter chicken.
- Include the parsley, cucumber, feta, tomatoes, and red onion.
- Drizzle the yogurt sauce and serve quickly.
TIPS:
- Avoid cooking the chicken for an extra time, so it will cook perfectly.
- Include the Greek yogurt on a low flame to avoid curdling.
- Avoid baking the tortillas for an extra time, so they will not burn.
- Include cayenne or chili flakes for additional spice.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SIDE DISHES:
- Greek Salad
- Lemon Herb Rice
- Roasted Potatoes
DIPS & SAUCES:
- Tzatziki
- Hummus
- Garlic Yogurt Sauce
VEGETABLES:
- Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables
- Grilled Zucchini
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
TOPPINGS:
- Crumbled Feta
- Pickled Red Onions
- Fresh Parsley
DRINKS:
- Mint Lemonade
- Cucumber Water
- Iced Green Tea
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the cooked chicken in a closed box and refrigerate it for 3 to 4 days. Store the tortillas, vegetables, and yogurt sauce individually.
FREEZER:
- Store the cooked butter chicken in a closed bag for almost 2 months. Avoid freezing the yogurt sauce or fresh veggies.
FAQs:
Could we utilize chicken thighs?
- Yes, you can use boneless chicken thighs to get a juicier filling.
May we prepare these tacos spicier?
- Yes, you can use a little hot sauce, chili flakes, or cayenne pepper.
Could we utilize corn tortillas?
- Yes, you can use corn tortillas, as they works perfectly and will be nicely crispier.
Will we prepare the chicken earlier?
- Yes, you can make the chicken more than three days earlier and keep it chilled.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATIONS:
Proteins: 38 g
Caloric Content: 485 kcal
Net carbs: 29 g
Sodium: 720 mg
Fiber: 4 g
Sugar: 6 g
Fats: 22 g
Portion Size: 2 tacos
Total carbs: 33 g