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Butter Chicken Calzones

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  • Author: Jannet Lisa
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegan

Description

Butter Chicken Calzones are a delicious fusion of Indian and Italian cuisine, combining creamy butter chicken with cheesy goodness in a crispy dough.


Ingredients

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  • 600g boneless, skinless chicken
  • 50g butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, minced
  • 200g tomato puree
  • 200g heavy cream
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • 100g unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili flakes (optional)
  • Fresh coriander, chopped
  • 600g pizza dough
  • 200g mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the butter chicken by cooking the chicken with garlic, ginger, and spices. Add tomato puree and cream, then simmer until creamy. Let cool.
  2. Make garlic butter by melting butter and sautéing garlic and chili flakes. Stir in coriander.
  3. Roll out dough into 2 circles and fill with butter chicken and mozzarella.
  4. Seal the dough and brush with garlic butter.
  5. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden and crispy.
  6. Serve with extra coriander and enjoy!

Notes

  • Ensure chicken is fully cooked before using.
  • Adjust spice levels to your preference.
  • Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Indian-Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 calzone
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg