Tandoori Chicken Garlic Bread
Experience the tantalizing fusion of Tandoori Chicken and garlic bread in this delightful dish. Juicy marinated chicken, infused with smoky spices, is layered on warm, crispy bread slathered in rich garlic butter. This recipe is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to an unforgettable meal. Serve it as an appetizer or a main course; either way, it’s sure to be a hit at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp tandoori masala
- 1 cup plain yogurt (full-fat)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 loaf French or Italian bread
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing yogurt, tandoori masala, minced garlic, and lemon juice in a bowl. Coat the chicken thoroughly and let it marinate for at least 1 hour (overnight preferred).
- Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked and slightly charred.
- While the chicken cooks, melt unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat and stir in minced garlic until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Slice the loaf of bread horizontally and brush each half with garlic butter. Top with crumbled cooked tandoori chicken and fresh cilantro.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the assembled garlic bread for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 348
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 482mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 88mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider adding cheese on top before baking. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat in the oven for optimal texture.