Description
Tandoori Chicken Garlic Bread is a flavorful Indian fusion appetizer combining spicy shredded tandoori chicken with aromatic garlic butter and melted cheeses on a crispy baguette base. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for utilizing leftover tandoori chicken and makes a delicious, cheesy treat that is sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 2 cups cooked and shredded tandoori chicken
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
Garlic Butter
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Pinch of salt
Bread and Cheese
- 1 large French baguette or 4 mini baguettes, sliced lengthwise
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Additional
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
- Nonstick cooking spray or parchment paper for baking
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the garlic bread.
- Prepare the garlic butter: In a bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter with minced garlic, chopped fresh cilantro, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly to infuse the butter with the garlic and herb flavors.
- Butter the bread: Spread the garlic butter evenly over the sliced halves of the baguette ensuring full coverage for maximum flavor.
- Mix the chicken: In a separate bowl, combine the shredded tandoori chicken with plain yogurt and lemon juice. This refreshes and moistens the chicken, balancing the spices.
- Assemble the bread: Spoon the chicken mixture evenly over the buttered baguette halves, spreading it out to cover all areas.
- Add cheese and chili flakes: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese generously on top of the chicken layer. Add red chili flakes if you wish to incorporate extra heat.
- Prepare to bake: Place the assembled bread halves on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or sprayed with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the cheeses are melted, bubbly, and edges of the bread are golden and crisp.
- Serve: Remove from oven, slice as desired, and serve warm to enjoy the gooey cheesy tandoori chicken garlic bread.
Notes
- This recipe is perfect for using leftover tandoori chicken, giving it a second delicious life.
- For extra crunch and flavor, add sliced onions or bell peppers as toppings.
- Substitute the baguette with naan bread for a softer, chewier texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian Fusion
