Tandoori Chicken Tacos

Bold Indian spices meet taco night in these Tandoori Chicken Tacos, topped with cool raita, fresh veggies, and wrapped in soft, homemade tortillas!

Tandoori Chicken Tacos

Tandoori Chicken Tacos

Tandoori Chicken Tacos: Bold Indian Flavors Meet Taco Night Fun!

I’m all about combining bold, vibrant flavors with comfort food, so turning tandoori chicken into tacos was a no-brainer. The smokiness of the chicken paired with the simplicity of a taco makes for a meal that’s both exciting and satisfying. These Tandoori Chicken Tacos take the best of both worlds—Indian spices and taco fun—wrapped in one delicious, easy-to-eat package.

Here’s why I love this dish!

  • The homemade tandoori sauce is to die for.
  • You will love the raita sauce on tandoori chicken tacos. A cool yogurt-based sauce with cucumber and spices like cumin to balance the heat and spice from the chicken.
  • Cilantro, cucumber and red onion–So fresh!

If you have time I suggest whipping up your own soft flour tortillas for these tacos. These are so fun to make and are absolutely delicious.

Georgie B Signature

More Tacos for Taco Night

If you like tacos and want something special, try Chili Lime Steak Tacos and my famous Burrata Steak Tacos. Both are excellent choices.

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Tandoori Chicken Tacos

Tandoori Chicken Tacos

Bold Indian spices meet taco night in these Tandoori Chicken Tacos, topped with cool raita, fresh veggies, and wrapped in soft, homemade tortillas!
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinade Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 317 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs
  • cups Tandoori Sauce
  • 12 Taco-Size Tortillas
  • ½ Red Onion (sliced thin)
  • ½ Large Cucumber (sliced thin)
  • 1 Bunch Cilantro (chopped)
  • cups Raita Sauce

Instructions
 

  • Marinate 4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs in 1½ cups Tandoori Sauce for 1 hour.
  • Preheat grill to 400℉.
  • Place marinated chicken thighs covered in sauce on grill and grill until the thighs reach an internal temperature of 185℉. Remove and let rest for 10 minutes before shredding the meat for tacos.
  • Serve chicken with 12 Taco-Size Tortillas, ½ Red Onion, ½ Large Cucumber, 1 Bunch Cilantro, 1½ cups Raita Sauce and the remaining Tandoori Sauce.
Notes
Raita Sauce is a must-have! This creamy, yogurt-based sauce cools down the spice and adds a refreshing touch to your tacos. It’s made with yogurt, cucumber, and a hint of cumin and coriander for the perfect complement to your tandoori chicken.
Substitutions
Chicken thighs vs. breasts: Thighs are ideal for tacos because they retain moisture and absorb the tandoori marinade beautifully, thanks to their slightly higher fat content but breasts work too!
Tandoori sauce: The yogurt in the marinade not only tenderizes the chicken but also adds a creamy, rich texture. The blend of spices gives the chicken its earthy, smoky, and slightly spicy flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 317kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 22gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 538mgPotassium: 404mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 119IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 174mgIron: 3mg
Indian food, Taco night
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Frequently Asked Questions

Tandoori chicken is a popular dish from Punjab, India, known for its deep, smoky flavor and signature red color. Traditionally cooked in a “tandoor” clay oven, the chicken gets its rich flavor from a yogurt marinade mixed with spices like cumin, coriander, turmeric, and paprika. But don’t worry if you don’t have a tandoor—you can still achieve amazing results on a grill or stovetop!

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5 from 2 votes

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  1. 5 stars
    These didn’t just make it into our top recipes lineup, they flew into it! make these and you will not be dissapointed.