Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 tbsp

oil

1 tbsp

curry powder

2 unit

chicken breasts

2 slice

cheddar cheese

sliced

2 tbsp

fruit chutney

2 unit

pita bread

Step 1
~4 min

In a small bowl, mix curry powder and oil to create a thin paste.

Step 2
~4 min

Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or container and pour the curry oil paste over them.

Step 3
~4 min

Ensure the chicken is well-coated with the marinade.

Step 4
~4 min

Refrigerate the chicken breasts for at least 1 hour to marinate.

Step 5
~4 min

Preheat your grill, broiler, or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 6
~4 min

Remove the marinated chicken breasts from the refrigerator.

Step 7
~4 min

Grill or broil the chicken breasts until they are cooked through and no longer pink inside (about 6-8 minutes per side, depending on thickness).

Step 8
~4 min

During the last few minutes of cooking, glaze the chicken breasts with fruit chutney (peach or mango are recommended).

Step 9
~4 min

Lightly toast the pita bread.

Step 10
~4 min

Melt cheddar cheese onto the toasted pita bread or directly onto the cooked chicken breasts.

Step 11
~4 min

Place the cheesy chicken breasts inside the pita bread.

Step 12
~4 min

Add additional chutney as a condiment, if desired.

Step 13
~4 min

Serve immediately and enjoy.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier sandwich, add more curry powder or chopped chilies to the marinade.

Use different types of chutney for variety.

Serve with a side of raita or yogurt.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Chicken can be marinated overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with sweet potato fries.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Raita
Mango salsa

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Fusion

Cultural Significance

Modern adaptation of Indian flavors

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight meal
Picnic

Popularity Score

70/100

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