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Butter Chicken Rolls


  • Author: Marlene Quinn
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Delicious and savory Butter Chicken Rolls filled with tender chicken and a creamy tomato sauce, wrapped in soft flatbread for a comforting meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 cup tomato puree or crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Flatbreads, naan, paratha, tortillas, or wraps
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken with a pinch of salt, turmeric, and chili powder for 20-30 minutes.
  2. In a heavy skillet over medium heat, melt butter with oil. Sauté onion until soft and golden.
  3. Add garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant. Then add marinated chicken and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in tomato puree, garam masala, cumin, coriander, and chili. Simmer until sauce reduces.
  5. Finish with cream and fenugreek leaves, simmer until sauce coats chicken. Let cool slightly.
  6. Warm bread, spread butter, and fill with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with cilantro and fold over.
  7. In a skillet, cook rolls seam-side down until browned and crispy.
  8. Serve with yogurt raita or chutney.

Notes

For a lighter option, substitute chicken with sautéed mushrooms or paneer. Adjust spice levels according to preference.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Butter Chicken, Rolls, Indian Cuisine, Comfort Food