1-First Step: Prepare the Chicken Marinade Start by mixing the chicken with the marinade ingredients to let the flavors soak in. Combine 400g cubed chicken tenders with ½ cup plain full-fat yogurt, 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp red chili powder, 1 tsp chili flakes, ½ tsp turmeric powder, ½ tsp coriander powder, ½ tsp cumin powder, ½ tsp onion powder, and ¼ tsp garam masala in a bowl. If you like a touch of sweetness, add 1-2 tbsp honey. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes in the fridge this step infuses the chicken with that signature tandoori chicken taste we all love.

2-Second Step: Cook the Chicken Heat 2 tbsp oil, butter, or ghee in a pan over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken along with any leftover marinade and cook for about 10-15 minutes until it’s tender and slightly charred. Once done, prepare the smoking chips by wrapping a handful in an aluminum foil pocket and heating it on low flame until smoke appears. Transfer the packet to the chicken pan, cover, and let it smoke for 5-10 minutes off the heat. Remove the chips afterward to avoid over-smoking, giving your tandoori chicken that authentic smoky flavor.

3-Third Step: Roast and Prepare the Garlic Butter Custard While the chicken rests, roast 6-8 garlic cloves mixed with 2 tbsp olive oil at 400°F for about 20 minutes until they’re golden and soft. Mash the roasted garlic and whisk it together with ½ cup unsalted melted butter (113g), 1 egg, ¼ cup milk (60g), ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp paprika, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. This creates a creamy garlic butter custard that soaks into the bread perfectly. If you’re short on time, raw garlic works too, but roasting really enhances the flavor for garlic bread enthusiasts.

4-Fourth Step: Prepare and Bake the Bread Cut a sheet of sweet rolls (12 rolls) or a similar size French baguette into halves. Dip each piece thoroughly on both sides in the garlic butter custard to ensure it’s fully coated. Place them on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 15-18 minutes until they’re golden and crispy. This step transforms the bread into that buttery base we love in tandoori chicken garlic bread.

5-Fifth Step: Assemble and Broil Layer the baked bread with the cooked tandoori chicken and 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese in two layers for maximum gooeyness. Broil at 350°F for 5-8 minutes until the cheese melts and browns slightly. Finally, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, slice it up, and serve hot. For a fun twist, pair it with other dishes like the easy fried chicken recipe on our site for a full meal. This step brings everything together, yielding about 10 servings full of protein, fats, carbs, and spices.