Description

These Butter Chicken Naan Toasties are a rich and cheesy twist on a classic curry, combining buttery, spiced chicken and melted mozzarella between two fluffy garlic naans. Crispy on the outside and gooey in the middle, they’re a quick, indulgent fakeaway-style meal perfect for any time of day.

Ingredients

40 g unsalted butter

½ brown onion, finely chopped

2 garlic cloves, finely chopped

1 tsp mild curry powder

½ tsp garam masala

125 ml (½ cup) tomato passata

125 ml (½ cup) thickened cream

½ tsp brown sugar

200 g (2 cups) shredded roast chicken

2 × 250 g packets garlic naan

200 g (2 cups) grated mozzarella (or cheddar)

Coriander sprigs, to serve

Lemon wedges, to serve

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Instructions

Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook for 1–2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the curry powder and garam masala, cooking for 30 seconds until aromatic.
Add the tomato passata, thickened cream, and brown sugar. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. Season to taste.
Stir in the shredded chicken, coating it well in the creamy butter chicken sauce.
Preheat a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Spread the chicken mixture over one naan, top with mozzarella, and sandwich with a second naan. Lightly spray both sides with oil.
Cook each toastie for 3–5 minutes per side until golden, crisp, and the cheese has melted.
Cut into quarters and serve warm, garnished with coriander and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Notes

Use leftover butter chicken for a shortcut version.

Paneer or roasted vegetables can replace the chicken for a vegetarian option.

Add sliced onion, spinach, or chili flakes for extra flavor.

Cook on medium heat to avoid burning the naan before the cheese melts.

To reheat, toast in a hot pan or sandwich press — avoid microwaving to keep the bread crisp.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Pan-fried
Cuisine: Indian Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 590
Sugar: 5 g
Sodium: 780 mg
Fat: 33 g
Saturated Fat: 18 g
Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 40 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 35 g
Cholesterol: 125 mg