Tandoori Chicken Panini Recipes

PRESSURE-COOKER TANDOORI CHICKEN PANINI

The tandoori-style spices in this chicken give it a bold flavor that's so hard to resist. It tastes incredible tucked between pieces of naan, then grilled for an Indian-inspired panini. -Yasmin Arif, Manassas, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Pressure-Cooker Tandoori Chicken Panini image

Steps:

Place the first 8 ingredients in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 6 minutes. Quick-release pressure. A thermometer inserted in chicken should read at least 165°. , Remove chicken; shred with 2 forks. Return to pressure cooker. Stir in green onions; heat through., Spread chutney over 1 side of each naan. Using a slotted spoon, top chutney side of 3 naan with chicken mixture; top with remaining naan, chutney side down., Cook sandwiches on a panini maker or indoor grill until golden brown, 6-8 minutes. To serve, cut each sandwich in half. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture and juices in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 853mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
6 green onions, chopped
6 tablespoons chutney
6 naan flatbreads

TANDOORI MASALA CHICKEN SANDWICHES

This recipe combines spices from my Indian roots with a modern twist. If you want to add some extra heat to your sandwiches, add half a serrano pepper to the slaw. -Mary Lou Timpson, Centennial Park, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Tandoori Masala Chicken Sandwiches image

Steps:

In a large bowl, whisk yogurt and tandoori seasoning until blended. Add chicken and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes or overnight, turning occasionally., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine slaw ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, until serving. For sauce, combine yogurt, mint, lime juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Refrigerate, covered, until serving., Drain chicken, discarding marinade. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook until a thermometer reads 170°, 5-6 minutes on each side. Spread sauce over toasted bun tops. On each bun bottom, layer lettuce, chicken and slaw. Replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 19g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 559mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons tandoori masala seasoning
4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 pound)
1 cup shredded daikon radish
2 tablespoons grated onion
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 brioche hamburger buns, split and toasted
4 lettuce leaves