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Butter Chicken Garlic Bread

This Butter Chicken Garlic Bread recipe is the ultimate fusion of Indian flavors and comfort food. Featuring tender, marinated chicken in a rich, creamy curry sauce, this dish pairs perfectly with crispy garlic bread topped with melted cheese. Customize the spices, skip the bread for a traditional meal, or enjoy as-is for a unique twist. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions!
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Ingredients

Chicken Marinade

  • 2 lb chicken breast/thigh cubed
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp garlic paste
  • 1 tbsp ginger paste
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp tumeric
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp chili powder

Curry

  • 2 tbsp butter or ghee
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 cup passata/diced canned tomato/crushed canned tomatoes
  • 1/2 tbsp garlic paste
  • 1/2 tbsp ginger paste
  • 1/2 cup cashew
  • 1 cup heavy cream adjust based on preference
  • 2 tsp coriander
  • 1 tbsp garam masala
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 1/4 cup hot wter adjust based on texture preference

Garlic Bread

  • french bread loaf halved
  • 8 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp parsley finely chopped
  • 8 tbsp softened butter
  • 8 oz mozzarella cheese shredded
  • cilantro finely chopped for garnish

Instructions

Marinate and Cook Chicken

  • In a large bowl, place your cubed chicken and coat thoroughly with yogurt, lemon juice, garlic paste, ginger paste, and all the spices for the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
  • Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil and a little butter or ghee. Cook the marinated chicken until browned and the liquid has evaporated. Set aside.
     

Make the Curry

  • n a large pan, melt butter or ghee over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent.
  • Add garlic paste, ginger paste, and spices (coriander, garam masala, cumin) and cook until fragrant.
  • Stir in the passata or diced tomatoes and heavy cream. Mix well.
  • Add cashews and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Add hot water to adjust consistency.
  • Strain the blended sauce back into the pot to ensure a silky texture. Simmer gently, adjusting seasoning as needed.

Prepare the Garlic Bread

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a small bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, and parsley.
  • Spread the garlic butter evenly over both halves of the French loaf.
  • Place the bread on a baking sheet and bake for 7–8 minutes, or until slightly golden and toasted.

Assemble and Bake

  • Remove the bread from the oven. Spoon a generous layer of butter chicken curry over the toasted bread.
  • Top shredded cheese and the cooked chicken.
  • Drizzle more curry sauce over the top.
  • Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Serve and Enjoy

  • Remove from the oven, garnish with cilantro, cut into slices, and serve immediately. Enjoy your Butter Chicken Garlic Bread!