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Delicious Tandoori Chicken Garlic Bread with herbs and spices.

Tandoori Chicken Garlic Rolls

Delicious Hawaiian rolls filled with shredded tandoori chicken, cheesy goodness, and garlicky butter, baked to perfection.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: Fusion, Indian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Garlic Butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Use 2 for milder garlic flavor, 3 for more punch.
  • 3-4 tablespoons butter, softened Unsalted or salted; adjust added salt accordingly.
For the Rolls
  • 1 pack Hawaiian rolls Bundle kept intact.
  • 2 cups cooked tandoori chicken, shredded Leftover tandoori or store-bought cooked chicken tossed in tandoori paste works.
  • 1-1.5 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded Provides stretch and melt.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Adds umami and helps with browning.
  • 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped For garnish.
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper To taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Position a rack in the center.
  2. In a small bowl, mash the softened butter with minced garlic, a pinch of salt, and black pepper until smooth and evenly mixed.
  3. Place the Hawaiian roll bundle on a baking sheet. Slice horizontally through the middle so the tops and bottoms remain attached.
  4. Spread the garlic butter across the cut surfaces of both the top and bottom halves.
  5. Evenly distribute the shredded tandoori chicken over the bottom half, pressing lightly to nest it into the buttered bread.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella over the chicken, then sprinkle the Parmesan evenly on top.
  7. Return the top half to close the rolls, then wrap the entire tray tightly in aluminum foil.
Baking
  1. Bake wrapped for 10 to 15 minutes until cheese is melted and rolls are warmed through.
  2. Remove the foil and bake uncovered for another 4 to 6 minutes to brown and crisp the tops.
  3. Take the tray out, let it rest for one minute, sprinkle chopped parsley over the top, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

Best served hot; pairs well with cucumber-yogurt raita or mint chutney. Can be sliced into individual rolls for parties or served with a side salad.

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