This Butter Chicken Garlic Bread is the ultimate fusion of rich Indian flavors and cheesy garlic bread. 🧄🧈🥖 Juicy, seasoned chicken is cooked in a creamy, buttery tomato-cashew sauce, then layered onto a giant ciabatta spread with roasted garlic butter and topped generously with mozzarella cheese.
Baked until the cheese is melted and bubbly, then broiled until golden, this indulgent recipe is perfect for parties, gatherings, appetizers, or a seriously satisfying comfort food craving.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 400 g boneless chicken thighs or chicken breast
- Salt, to taste
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- ½ tsp red chilli powder
- ½ tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste or 1 tsp crushed garlic
- Oil, for cooking
For the Butter Chicken Sauce
- 5 tbsp butter
- 1 small yellow or red onion, sliced
- 1 large tomato, diced
- ¼ cup cashews
- Salt, to taste
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- ½ tsp red chilli powder
- ½ tsp cumin powder
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- Oil, for cooking
For the Garlic Spread
- ¼ cup butter
- 2 garlic pods
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp oregano
- ¾ tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp red chilli flakes
For the Final Assembly
- 1 large Italian or flat ciabatta, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
How to Make Butter Chicken Garlic Bread
1. Make the Roasted Garlic Butter
Start by preparing the roasted garlic spread.
Cut the top portion off 2 garlic pods, exposing the cloves. Drizzle them with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
Place the garlic in aluminum foil and seal it into a packet.
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 35 minutes, or until the garlic becomes soft and roasted.
Allow it to cool for a few minutes until it is easy to handle. Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins.
In a bowl, combine the roasted garlic with butter, salt, black pepper, oregano, dried parsley, and red chilli flakes.
Mix well until you have a smooth, flavorful garlic butter. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken into small bite-sized cubes.
Place the chicken in a bowl and add salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, cumin powder, and ginger-garlic paste or crushed garlic.
Mix thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated.
Heat a little oil in a pan and fry the chicken pieces until they are lightly golden and cooked through.
Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
3. Make the Butter Chicken Sauce
Using the same pan, add 3 tbsp butter and 2 tbsp oil.
Add the sliced onion, diced tomato, and cashews.
Season with salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and cumin powder.
Mix well and cook until the onions and tomatoes become soft.
Remove from the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
Transfer the mixture to a blender and grind until you have a smooth paste.
Return the sauce to the pan and add the heavy cream and fresh parsley.
Mix well and set aside.
4. Assemble the Garlic Bread
Take a large Italian or flat ciabatta and cut it in half.
Spread the roasted garlic butter evenly over the cut surface of the bread.
Arrange the cooked chicken pieces over the garlic butter.
Add a generous layer of mozzarella cheese.
Drizzle the prepared butter chicken sauce over the top.
5. Bake the Garlic Bread
Place the assembled ciabatta on a baking tray.
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for approximately 12 minutes, or until the mozzarella cheese is completely melted.
Switch the oven to broil on high and broil for approximately 3 minutes until the cheese becomes golden and bubbly.
Keep a close eye on it while broiling to prevent the cheese or bread from burning.
Remove from the oven, slice, and serve immediately.
Tips for the Best Butter Chicken Garlic Bread
- Roast the garlic until it is completely soft for a smoother and more flavorful garlic butter.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the chicken so it can brown evenly.
- Allow the onion, tomato, and cashew mixture to cool slightly before blending.
- Blend the sauce until completely smooth for a creamy butter chicken topping.
- Add the mozzarella generously for the best cheesy finish.
- Watch the bread carefully during broiling because the cheese can brown quickly.
Serving Suggestion
Serve this giant Butter Chicken Garlic Bread hot and fresh from the oven. The combination of roasted garlic butter, juicy chicken, creamy tomato-cashew sauce, and melted mozzarella makes this a seriously indulgent fusion dish. 🧈🧄🍗🧀
It works beautifully as a party appetizer, sharing dish, snack, or comfort-food centerpiece. Slice the ciabatta into pieces and enjoy while the cheese is still warm and gooey!
Credit:- noor.baqtiar
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