A flavorful mash-up of spiced tandoori chicken and cheesy garlic bread. Perfect as a shareable snack or hearty appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 boneless chicken thighs or breasts, diced
3 tbsp plain yogurt
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp garlic-ginger paste
1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder
½ tsp garam masala
½ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp turmeric
Salt to taste
1 tbsp cooking oil
1 loaf French or ciabatta bread
3 tbsp softened butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp chopped cilantro or parsley
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
½ cup cheddar cheese (optional)
½ red onion, sliced thin (optional)
¼ cup bell pepper strips (optional)
Chili flakes and chaat masala for garnish
Fresh herbs for topping
Instructions
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Mix yogurt, lemon juice, garlic-ginger paste, and spices. Add chicken, coat well, and marinate for 1 hour.
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Cook chicken in oil until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
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Stir garlic, herbs, and salt into softened butter.
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Slice bread in half lengthwise.
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Spread garlic butter over bread.
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Add a light layer of cheese, then chicken and veggies. Top with more cheese.
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Bake 12–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Garnish with chili flakes, chaat masala, and herbs. Slice and serve hot.