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Chicken Tikka Flatbread

Delicious Chicken Tikka Flatbread, a fusion recipe combining Indian flavors with a flatbread base, perfect for a quick dinner or party snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ pounds of boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup of plain yogurt full-fat or low-fat
  • 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon of ginger paste
  • 1 tablespoon of garlic paste
  • 1 tablespoon of garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon of ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon of chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon of salt
  • ¼ teaspoon of black pepper
  • 4 flatbreads like naan, pita, or your favorite
  • ½ cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup of chopped red onion
  • ¼ cup of chopped fresh cilantro
  • Optional: your favorite sauce like a simple mint-yogurt sauce or spicy chutney.

Instructions
 

  • Marinate the Chicken: In a big bowl, mix the yogurt, lemon juice, ginger paste, garlic paste, garam masala, turmeric, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir it all up.
  • Add the chicken pieces to the marinade. Stir them so they're all covered.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and put it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. You can leave it longer, even overnight, for a stronger flavor. The longer it sits, the tastier it gets!
  • Cook the Chicken: Turn your oven on to 400°F (200°C). You can also cook the chicken on a grill pan or in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • If you're baking, spread the marinated chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked and a little brown. It's done when the juices run clear if you poke a piece with a fork.
  • If you're grilling or pan-frying, cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until it's fully cooked and a bit charred.
  • Assemble the Flatbreads: While the chicken is cooking, get your flatbreads ready. If you want them warm, you can put them in the oven for a few minutes or heat them in a dry skillet.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, divide it evenly among the flatbreads.
  • Sprinkle each flatbread with mozzarella cheese.
  • Add the chopped red onion and fresh cilantro.
  • If you're using a sauce, drizzle it on top.
  • Serve right away and enjoy!