Description
Tandoori Chicken Garlic Bread is a flavorful fusion that combines succulent, marinated chicken with crispy, garlic-infused bread. This dish offers a mouthwatering experience, perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners. Each bite bursts with aromatic spices and savory goodness, making it an unforgettable treat that brings everyone together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tbsp tandoori spice mix
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 crusty loaf of ciabatta or baguette
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, tandoori spice mix, and minced garlic. Coat chicken breasts in this marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Place seared chicken on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake for 20 minutes, until cooked through.
- Slice the crusty bread lengthwise and brush both sides with olive oil and remaining minced garlic.
- Once the chicken is cooked, shred or slice it and layer it on the garlic bread halves. Top with fresh cilantro before slicing into pieces.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of Tandoori Chicken Garlic Bread (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Marinate the chicken overnight for enhanced flavor. For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with paneer or vegetables. Serve immediately after baking to maintain crispiness.