Butter Chicken Garlic Bread

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breast
• salt (to taste)
• 0.5 tsp coriander powder (For the chicken)
• 1 tsp red chili powder (For the chicken)
• 0.5 tsp cumin powder (For the chicken)
• 1 tsp smoked paprika powder (For the chicken)
• 0.5 tsp turmeric powder (For the chicken)
• 0.5 tsp black pepper (For the chicken)
• 1 tsp garam masala (For the chicken)
• 2 tbsp whole milk Greek yogurt (For the chicken marinade)
• 1 tbsp oil (For the chicken marinade)
• 0.5 lemon juice (Juice of 1/2 lemon)
• oil (For cooking the chicken and sauce)
• 1 cup onion (Finely chopped)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste (For the sauce)
• 1 tsp ginger garlic paste (For the sauce)
• salt (For the sauce, to taste)
• 0.5 tsp coriander powder (For the sauce)
• 1 tsp red chili powder (For the sauce)
• 1 tsp smoked paprika powder (For the sauce)
• 0.5 tsp turmeric powder (For the sauce)
• 0.5 tsp black pepper (For the sauce)
• 1 tsp garam masala (For the sauce)
• 0.5 tsp sugar (For the sauce)
• 1 cup unsweetened heavy whipping cream (For the sauce)
• 1 tbsp parsley (Chopped; for the sauce)
• 1 tbsp butter (For the sauce)
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (Softened; for the garlic butter)
• 3 garlic (3–4 cloves, finely minced)
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley (Chopped; for the garlic butter)
• salt (A pinch; for the garlic butter)
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese (For assembly)
• 1 loaf bread (Halved for assembly; loaf size and weight not specified)

Steps

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, combine the chicken breast with salt, coriander powder, red chili powder, smoked paprika, turmeric, black pepper, garam masala, Greek yogurt, oil, and lemon juice. Mix thoroughly so the chicken is evenly coated. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat some cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked.

4. 4

   Remove the chicken from the skillet, slice it, and set it aside.

5. 5

   Using the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed. Add the chopped onion and sauté over medium heat for about 5–7 minutes, until soft and lightly golden.

6. 6

   Add the ginger garlic paste and cook for 30 seconds.

7. 7

   Add the tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes.

8. 8

   Add the sauce seasonings: salt, coriander powder, red chili powder, smoked paprika, turmeric, black pepper, and garam masala. Cook for another minute.

9. 9

   Pour in the heavy cream and stir until the sauce is smooth.

10. 10

    Simmer the sauce gently for 6–7 minutes, until thickened.

11. 11

    Add the butter and stir until it has melted into the sauce.

12. 12

    In a bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt. Mix until evenly combined.

13. 13

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Halve the loaf of bread and spread the garlic butter over the cut surfaces.

14. 14

    Spread some of the butter chicken sauce over the buttered bread.

15. 15

    Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese and sliced chicken over the bread.

16. 16

    Spoon more butter chicken sauce over the chicken and cheese.

17. 17

    Bake at 400°F (205°C) for 12–15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the bread is crispy.

18. 18

    Slice the garlic bread and serve.

Notes

The source does not specify the loaf size or the amount of cooking oil. It also does not state an internal temperature for the chicken; cook it until fully cooked as directed.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• baked
• South Asian-inspired
• chicken
• cheesy
• garlic bread
• comfort food