Chicken Tikka Kathi Rolls
Juicy yogurt-marinated chicken cooked with warm tikka spices, then tucked into soft tortillas with crisp onion, fresh cilantro, and lemon for a quick, flavorful handheld meal.
Prep: 20 min · Cook: 12 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Stovetop
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb chicken thighs, boneless, skinless
- 0.75 cup plain greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 0.5 medium yellow onion
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 medium lemon
Cooking instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the yogurt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, garam masala, cumin, paprika, and salt. Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces, add it to the marinade, and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes or up to 8 hours. (about 20 min) — Refrigerated
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer, leaving excess marinade in the bowl. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and the thickest pieces reach 165°F (74°C). (about 7 min) — Medium-high heat
- Warm the tortillas in the same skillet for about 20 seconds per side. Slice the onion, chop the cilantro, and cut the lemon into wedges. (about 2 min) — Medium heat
- Divide the chicken among the tortillas. Top with onion and cilantro, squeeze lemon over each portion, and roll tightly, folding in the sides. Serve immediately. (about 3 min) — Room temperature