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Chicken Tikka Tacos

Chicken Tikka Tacos

With Indian Style Refried Beans

Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on October 22, 2023
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Rapid
Medium Spice
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Milk
Mustard
Cereals containing gluten

20 minutes
20 minutes

75

Low Fat Natural Yoghurt

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50

Korma Curry Paste

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260

Diced Chicken Thigh

1

Baby Gem Lettuce

2

Spring Onion

1

Garlic Clove

1

Black Beans

1

Chicken Stock Powder

6

Plain Taco Tortillas

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50

Water for the Beans

Energy (kcal)740 kcal
Energy (kJ)3096 kJ
Fat24.8 g
of which saturates6.6 g
Carbohydrate75.7 g
of which sugars10.3 g
Protein46.3 g
Salt3.8 g
Spoon
Medium Bowl
Chopping Board
Sieve
Garlic Press
Knife
Baking Tray
Potato Masher
Medium Saucepan
Plate

Marinate the Chicken
1

A) Preheat your grill to high. B) Put 1 tbsp of natural yogurt per person into a medium bowl along with a quarter of the korma paste, diced chicken thighs and season with salt and pepper.C) Mix together and set aside. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands after handling raw meat.

Veggie Prep
2

A) Trim the root from the baby gem, halve lengthways, thinly slice. B) Trim the spring onions then slice thinly. Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press)C) Drain and rinse the black beans in a sieve.

Cook the Chicken
3

A) Pop the chicken onto a foil lined baking tray, spread out in a single layer.B) Pop under the grill until the chicken is cooked through, 10-12 mins. Turn halfway. IMPORTANT: The chicken is cooked when no longer pink in the middle. C) Once cooked, remove from the grill and set aside.

Cook the Refried Beans
4

A) Meanwhile, heat a drizzle of oil in a saucepan on medium heat. B) Add the garlic, half of the spring onions and remaining korma paste. Stir and cook for 1 minute.C) Add the black beans and chicken stock and water (see ingredients for amount). Bring to the boil.D) Reduce the heat slightly and gently, mash the beans with a fork or potato masher as they cook.E) Simmer until the mixture has thickened, 8-10 mins, stirring frequently. TIP: Add a splash more water if dry.

Warm the Tacos
5

A) Arrange the tacos in one layer on another baking tray.B) Place the tray under the chicken and warm for 2-3 mins.

Plate Up
6

A) Serve the tacos with a spoonful of the re-fried beans, topped with sliced lettuce and grilled chicken.B) Finish with a drizzle of yogurt and the remaining spring onions. Enjoy!