Description
Tandoori Chicken Garlic Bread is a mouthwatering fusion dish that beautifully combines the spices of Indian cuisine with the classic comfort of garlic bread. Each slice features tender, marinated chicken atop rich, buttery garlic-infused bread, creating a flavor experience that will leave you craving more. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this dish is both easy to prepare and impressively delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp tandoori masala
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- 1 French or Italian bread loaf (about 12 inches)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix yogurt and tandoori masala. Coat chicken breasts thoroughly and marinate for at least one hour (preferably overnight).
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and slightly charred. Let rest before slicing into strips.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Slice the bread loaf in half lengthwise and spread garlic butter generously on both halves.
- Layer sliced chicken evenly over the garlic-buttered bread and sprinkle with cilantro.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), place the topped bread on a baking sheet, and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, experiment with different herbs or cheeses on your garlic bread. For a vegetarian twist, substitute chicken with tofu or paneer while keeping the spices intact.