Cheesy Butter Chicken Garlic Bread by Thesapor

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb boneless chicken thighs or breast, diced
• 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 lemon, freshly squeezed
• 1/2 tbsp garlic paste
• 1/2 tbsp ginger paste
• 2 tsp garam masala (for chicken)
• 2 tsp garlic powder (for chicken)
• 2 tsp coriander (for chicken)
• 1 tsp chili powder (for chicken)
• 1 tsp turmeric (for chicken)
• 1 tsp cumin (for chicken)
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp cardamom
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon (for chicken)
• 1/2–1 tsp salt (for chicken)
• Drizzle of olive oil (for searing)
• 2 tbsp ghee or regular butter (for sauce)
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp garam masala (for sauce)
• 1 tsp coriander (for sauce)
• 1 tsp chili powder (for sauce)
• 1 tsp cumin (for sauce)
• 1 tsp garlic powder (for sauce)
• 1 tsp salt (for sauce)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken with a drizzle of olive oil, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic paste, ginger paste, and all chicken spices and salt. Mix until evenly coated, then cover and marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer and sear undisturbed for 4–5 minutes until golden, then stir and cook until fully cooked through, about 3–4 more minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the ghee and diced onion. Cook over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until softened and translucent.
5. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
6. Add the tomato paste and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until it darkens and caramelizes.
7. Add all the sauce spices and brown sugar, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
8. Pour in the heavy cream and stir until smooth. Taste and adjust salt as needed. Cover and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes.
9. Stir in 2 tablespoons of butter until fully melted and incorporated. Remove from heat, transfer to a heat-safe bowl, and let cool for 5 minutes.
10. In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, parsley, Parmesan, garlic paste, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
11. Spread the garlic butter evenly over both cut sides of the bread halves.
12. Spread a generous layer of butter chicken sauce over the garlic-buttered bread. Top with shredded mozzarella, the cooked chicken pieces, and a drizzle of additional butter chicken sauce.
13. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
14. Garnish with chopped parsley and an extra drizzle of butter chicken sauce. Slice and serve warm.