I absolutely love using leftover butter chicken to make these delicious Butter Chicken Naan Wraps! They’re easy to prepare and perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Whether you’re craving a tasty lunch or dinner, this recipe will hit the spot! Let’s dive in and make this tasty wrap!
Method
To get started, lay your large naan or Lebanese flatbread flat on a clean, smooth surface. This will be the base of your wrap, and you want to make sure it’s spread out evenly. Next, take your leftover butter chicken and scoop 3-4 generous portions onto the center of the naan, ensuring it’s spread out evenly across the entire surface. This step is crucial because the butter chicken filling should be well-distributed to ensure each bite has a delicious flavor.
Once the butter chicken is evenly spread, it’s time to add the cheese! Sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons of grated mozzarella over the chicken, ensuring that it’s well-covered. The mozzarella will melt nicely during cooking, adding a creamy and gooey texture to the wrap, making it irresistible.
Now, for the finishing touches, sprinkle fresh coriander on top of the cheese and add a few thin slices of red chillies. The coriander will bring a fresh, vibrant flavor that contrasts perfectly with the rich butter chicken, while the chillies add a bit of heat, giving your wrap a spicy kick.
Once you’ve got everything on the naan, it’s time to fold it up into a wrap. Carefully fold one edge of the naan over the filling, then tuck in the sides and roll it up, making sure the filling stays inside. This is where you’ll want to take a moment to make sure everything is tightly packed, so the wrap holds together well during cooking.
Preheat your air fryer to 180°C (350°F), allowing it to come up to temperature while you prep. Once preheated, carefully place the wrap in the air fryer basket, folded side facing down. This helps the wrap stay sealed during the cooking process, preventing the filling from spilling out. Set the air fryer to cook for 5 minutes. This will give your wrap a crispy, golden-brown finish on the outside, while the inside stays perfectly warm and gooey.
Once the cooking cycle is complete, carefully remove the wrap from the air fryer. You’ll want to use tongs or a spatula to do this to avoid burning yourself or breaking the wrap. Serve immediately while the wrap is still hot, crispy, and bursting with all that flavorful butter chicken! Enjoy your homemade Butter Chicken Naan Wrap, and savor every bite.
Necessary Tools
- Air fryer
- Knife for slicing coriander and chillies
- Grater for mozzarella cheese
Butter Chicken Naan Wraps
Cuisine: IndianDifficulty: Easy2
servings5
minutes5
minutes10
minutesIngredients
1 Large soft Naan / Lebanese flatbread
3 – 4 scoops of Leftover Butter Chicken
2-3 tbsp Mozzarella, grated
Fresh coriander
Sliced red chillies
Directions
- Start by laying your naan or flatbread flat on a clean surface.
- Take your leftover butter chicken and spread 3-4 scoops across the naan, making sure it’s evenly spread out.
- Sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons of grated mozzarella cheese on top of the chicken.
- Add a sprinkle of fresh coriander and a few slices of red chillies for a kick of flavor.
- Fold the naan wrap, as shown in the reel, tucking in the edges neatly.
- Preheat your air fryer to 180°C.
- Place the folded wrap in the air fryer with the folded side facing down.
- Set the air fryer to cook for 5 minutes.
- Once the cooking cycle is complete, remove the wrap carefully and serve immediately while it’s still hot and crispy!
Notes
- When folding the naan, make sure the filling is tightly packed to avoid spillage during cooking.
- Be mindful of the cooking time in the air fryer too long, and your naan may become too crispy. Keep it at 5 minutes for the best texture!
- If you’re using a larger naan, you may need to adjust the amount of butter chicken to avoid overstuffing the wrap.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve your Butter Chicken Naan Wraps with a side of crispy fries or a fresh salad to add a crunchy contrast.
- Pair it with a tangy yogurt dip or a small bowl of raita for a cooling complement to the spicy kick of the dish.
- You can also add a drizzle of lemon juice or a sprinkle of chaat masala for extra flavor!
Fun Fact
Did you know that butter chicken was invented in Delhi, India, in the 1950s? It was created by chance when some leftover chicken was cooked with tomatoes, butter, and cream to create a rich, smooth curry!
Conclusion
These Butter Chicken Naan Wraps are the perfect way to transform leftover butter chicken into something new and exciting. With just a few simple ingredients and a quick 5-minute cook time in the air fryer, you’ve got a satisfying meal ready to go! Try this recipe next time you’ve got leftovers, and enjoy a tasty wrap that’s bursting with flavor. Enjoy!
