🍗 Butter Chicken Tacos with Mango Salsa 🥭 (Ready in 30 Minutes!) | A Tropical Fusion Fiesta!
Thank you for reading this post, don’t forget to subscribe!Craving a fun, flavorful twist on taco night? These Butter Chicken Tacos with Mango Salsa are here to delight! Tender, spiced chicken is tucked into soft tortillas and topped with sweet, tangy mango salsa, creating a dish that’s bright, fresh, and totally irresistible. Perfect for weeknights, parties, or meal prep, this recipe is easy, healthy, and packed with flavor. Let’s get cooking!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe 💛
✅ Ready in 30 minutes – faster than takeout!
✅ Fusion fun – Indian flavors meet tropical salsa! 🌴
✅ Kid-approved – mild, sweet, and packed with flavor! 👨👩👧👦
✅ Meal-prep friendly – store components separately for quick assembly! 🍱
✅ Gluten-free & dairy-free adaptable – suits most diets!
Ingredients 🛒
(Serves 4 – Makes 8 tacos)
For the Butter Chicken Filling
- 2 cups cooked butter chicken (use leftovers or quick recipe)
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 1 tsp honey (or maple syrup)
For the Mango Salsa
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional for heat)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Tacos
- 8 small tortillas (corn or flour, gluten-free if needed)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce or cabbage
- ½ cup plain yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Step-by-Step Instructions 📝
1️⃣ Prepare the Butter Chicken Filling
- Shred cooked butter chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix chicken with Greek yogurt, garam masala, and honey.
2️⃣ Make the Mango Salsa
- In another bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3️⃣ Assemble the Tacos
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
- Fill each tortilla with butter chicken filling, shredded lettuce, and a spoonful of mango salsa.
- Drizzle with yogurt and sprinkle with cilantro.
4️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
- Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts 🥗
(Per taco)
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 8g
Cook’s Notes 🌟
🔹 Extra flavor: Add 1 tsp kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves) to the chicken filling.
🔹 Spice it up: Add ½ tsp cayenne or chili flakes to the chicken mixture.
🔹 Vegetarian option: Use paneer or chickpeas instead of chicken.
🔹 Make it creamy: Blend the sauce before adding yogurt.
🔹 Freeze leftovers: Store the filling in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
Serving Ideas 🍽️
- Classic Pairing: Serve with guacamole and tortilla chips. 🥑
- Low-carb option: Use lettuce wraps instead of tortillas. 🥬
- Side Salad: Add a fresh cucumber-tomato salad with lemon dressing. 🥒
- Party Platter: Pair with samosa bites and mango lassi. 🥭
Why Butter Chicken Tacos with Mango Salsa? 🌮
This recipe is the perfect fusion of bold and bright flavors! The creamy, spiced butter chicken pairs beautifully with sweet, tangy mango salsa, creating a dish that’s fun, flavorful, and easy to make. Plus, it’s versatile—swap toppings, adjust the heat, or make it vegetarian.
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