Tortillas filled with chicken in a tikka-masala sauce. I was confused. Is it from India? Mexico? Chapitas from India are similar to a Mexican tortilla, but are made from whole wheat flour with water, oil and salt. The Mexican tortilla is made from refined flours (or corn) with milk, oil and salt. Tortillas are more readily available in US groceries. So Chicken Tikka-Masala Tacos are an American adaptation of an Indian dish?? Sort of -- but there is that matter of the filling. In India, Chicken Tikka is usually a kebab, small pieces of chicken skewered and then roasted. In the UK, cooks skip the skewering part and cooks smaller bits of chicken in a savory sauce and call it tikka. A British adaptation of India cuisine. Only the masala part was left alone. And, what is masala? ... [Read More]
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Creamy Chicken Enchiladas
Creamy chicken enchilada -- just slightly spicy and comfort food filling. Easy to make is a bonus! This dish is always a winner and has become the go-to way for making chicken enchiladas at our house! We -- no, it's really me -- prefer mildly spicy so a little extra cumin to a mild enchilada sauce is just right. If your family likes more kick, by all means adjust and add spices if you want. Use the hot and spicy enchilada sauce! The creamy chicken base is still there and will support what you want. You can use frozen chicken that is already sliced or diced. Or canned chicken will also work. Either one will save some preparation time. You can also grill or poach chicken breast to use. Mexican blends of shredded cheese are available, some with added spices. Use ... [Read More]
