Creating Butter Chicken Pizza is a fusion dish that combines the rich flavors of Indian butter chicken with the familiar comfort of pizza. Here’s a detailed recipe to guide you through making this delightful dish from scratch.
Butter Chicken Pizza Recipe
500 grams (1 lb) chicken breasts or thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 tablespoon turmeric powder
1 tablespoon red chili powder
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 cups tomato purée (from about 4 large tomatoes)
2 teaspoons fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi), crushed
Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
1 packet (7 grams) active dry yeast
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup green bell pepper, thinly sliced
Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
Preparing the Butter Chicken
In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt.
Add the chicken pieces, ensuring they are well-coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook until they are lightly browned and just cooked through. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, add the remaining butter. Sauté the chopped onions until they are golden brown.
Add the tomato purée and cook until the oil starts to separate from the mixture.
Stir in the cream and fenugreek leaves. Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
Add the cooked chicken to the sauce and cook for another 5-7 minutes. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Remove from heat and set aside.
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up as well.
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into two portions. Roll out each portion into a round pizza base on a lightly floured surface.
Place the rolled-out dough on a pizza peel or a baking sheet.
Spread a generous amount of the butter chicken sauce over the base.
Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Arrange the red onions and green bell peppers over the cheese.
Transfer the pizza to the oven (onto the hot pizza stone if using).
Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and a sprinkle of red chili flakes if desired.
Enjoy your delicious Butter Chicken Pizza!
Marination: The longer you marinate the chicken, the more flavorful it will be.
Sauce Consistency: Ensure your butter chicken sauce is thick enough to stay on the pizza base without making it soggy.
Cheese: You can experiment with different types of cheese or even add a mix for a richer flavor.
Feel free to adjust the toppings to your liking or add other vegetables and ingredients you enjoy!
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