Chicken Naan Recipe
Naan bread stuffed with chopped grilled chicken, fresh onion and cilantro.
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Ingredients
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Naan Bread
Filling
Method
Naan Bread Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Make Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yogurt and activated yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Prepare Chicken
Chop the grilled chicken breast into small pieces and season with salt and black pepper.
- 6
Assembling and Cooking
- 7
Divide and Roll Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball.
- 8
Fill Naan
Flatten each dough ball into a circle, place a portion of the chicken filling in the center, and fold the edges over to enclose the filling.
- 9
Cook Naan
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each stuffed naan for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- 10
Serve
Serve warm, garnished with extra cilantro if desired.
