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Butter Chicken Flatbread Recipe

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This Flatbread met Butter Chicken recipe combines tender, spiced chicken thighs cooked in a creamy, flavorful sauce with soft, cheesy stuffed flatbreads fried to golden perfection. Each flatbread is stuffed with a rich butter chicken filling and melted cheese for a hearty, warming meal that showcases the best of Indian-inspired flavors wrapped in a crispy exterior.

Ingredients

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Butter Chicken Filling

  • 25 g roomboter (unsalted butter)
  • 20 ml zonnebloemolie (sunflower oil)
  • 600 g kippendijen (chicken thighs), boneless and skinless
  • 5 g garam masala
  • 2 g korianderpoeder (coriander powder)
  • 2 g komijnpoeder (cumin powder)
  • 3 g knoflookpoeder (garlic powder)
  • 4 g uienpoeder (onion powder)
  • 2 g cayennepeper (cayenne pepper)
  • 30 g tomatenpuree (tomato paste)
  • 50 ml water
  • 100 ml ongeklopte slagroom (unsweetened heavy cream)
  • 15 g honing (honey)
  • 1 kippenbouillonblokje (chicken bouillon cube)
  • 100 g geraspte kaas (grated cheese)

Flatbread Dough

  • 350 g bloem (all-purpose flour)
  • 6 g bakpoeder (baking powder)
  • 50 g kruidenroomkaas (herbed cream cheese)
  • 4 g zout (salt)
  • 170 ml water

Additional

  • kaasplakjes (cheese slices), quantity as needed for layering
  • zonnebloemolie (sunflower oil), for frying

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Butter Chicken Filling: Heat the roomboter (unsalted butter) and zonnebloemolie (sunflower oil) in a skillet over medium heat. Add the boneless, skinless chicken thighs along with garam masala, coriander powder, cumin powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes until the chicken starts to brown and the spices are fragrant.
  2. Simmer the Sauce: Stir in the tomato paste, 50 ml water, unsweetened heavy cream, and honey. Mix everything well and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and the chicken is fully cooked.
  3. Add Cheese and Bouillon: Crumble the chicken bouillon cube over the pan, add the grated cheese, and stir until the sauce becomes creamy and well combined. Remove from heat and allow the butter chicken mixture to cool completely before using it as a filling to prevent dough softening.
  4. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, herbed cream cheese, salt, and 170 ml water. Knead the mixture for 10-12 minutes until a smooth and cohesive dough forms. Cover the dough and let it rest for 10 minutes to relax the gluten.
  5. Divide and Shape Dough Balls: Divide the rested dough into 8 equal portions, approximately 70 grams each, and roll each portion into a smooth ball.
  6. Roll Out the Flatbreads: Using a rolling pin, flatten each dough ball into a round disc, about 15 cm in diameter.
  7. Assemble the Filled Flatbreads: Place one slice of cheese on one half of each dough disc, then spoon about 90 grams of the cooled butter chicken mixture on top of the cheese layer carefully.
  8. Seal the Flatbreads: Lightly moisten the edges of the dough with water, fold over the other half to cover the filling, and press the edges firmly to seal, ensuring no filling can leak out during cooking.
  9. Prepare for Cooking: Place each filled flatbread on a sheet of baking paper to keep them ready and prevent sticking while you heat the skillet.
  10. Fry the Flatbreads: Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of sunflower oil. Fry the flatbreads on each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown, crisp, and cooked through. The cheese inside should be melted and the flatbread warm.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter chicken mixture is completely cooled before filling the dough to prevent it from becoming too soft or tearing.
  • Adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your taste preferences.
  • For extra flavor, try using a mix of different cheeses for the filling.
  • Do not overfill the flatbreads to avoid leaking during frying.
  • Serve warm, ideally with a side of yogurt or chutney for a complete and balanced meal experience.

Keywords: butter chicken, flatbread, stuffed flatbread, Indian chicken recipe, frying, cheesy flatbread, savory stuffed bread, quick dinner

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