Chicken Naanwich

Chicken Naanwich - This is a recipe we make and eat all the time and have done since our college days. It is almost a non recipe, more of an assembly job. Ready to eat in 5 minutes, this is a quick and easy recipe that is ideal for busy work days. If you prefer Chicken Wraps, why not try Easy Indian Chicken Salad Wrap or Crispy Chicken Wrap.

Chicken Naanwich

This Easy Chicken Naanwich is made with Garlic Naan, Leftover Chicken (Tandoori, Rotisserie - whatever you like!).

It is great for lunch and picnics and it is really quick to make.

It is ideal for meal prep too as all the elements can be made and kept separately in the fridge and you can assemble them during the week! 

Use your favourite accompaniments and vary as you like!

Ingredients for Chicken Naanwich

This quick and easy chicken naan-wich recipe is made with the few ingredients:

Garlic Naan

You can make your own or you can buy it fresh or from any supermarket. 

The supermarket ones need reheating really well to soften them.

Leftover Chicken

I use either Rotisserie Chicken or leftover chicken from Easy Homemade Tandoori Chicken - 3 Easy Methods or Buttermilk Roast Chicken.

Salad

Cucumber, Tomato, Red Chilli (Optional) and Onion or Kachumber.

Sauces

Any Sauce you like but my fave is Green Coriander Chutney made with Coriander, Mint, Green Chillies, Yoghurt, Lime, Salt.

How to make it

If not already warm, heat the Naan on a griddle or pan until warm and softened.

Add chopped Salad.

Add shredded Chicken.

Make the Chutney by blending together Coriander, Mint, Yoghurt, Green Chillies, Lime or Lemons and Salt.

Drizzle over Coriander Mint Sauce.

How to make Naan without Yeast

I made the Naan for this recipe. If you would like to do the same, here is what you need to do:

Combine ¼ cup Plain Yoghurt, 1 teaspoon Sugar, 1 teaspoon Baking Powder, Pinch of Bicarbonate of Soda, 2 cups Plain Flour, 1 teaspoon Salt, 2 tablespoon Oil and ¼ - ⅓ cup Water.

Knead for 2 - 3 minutes. Set aside to rest for 1 hour. Then heat on a non stick pan for 1 - 2 minutes each side.

I then brush the Naan with Garlic Butter.

To make this I combine ¼ cup melted Butter, 4 crushed Garlic Cloves, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh Coriander, 1 teaspoon Nigella Seeds.

I then mix them together and brush over the warm naan.

FAQS

Is Naan Healthy?

Yes Naan is Healthy. It is made with simple store cupboard ingredients. If you would prefer to make it lighter, don't use Garlic Naan or brush melted Garlic Butter on to the Naan. You can also use Wraps instead.

Can Naan be reheated?

Yes Naan is actually better reheated. Reheat on a hot pan until warmed through.

Variations

This recipe is very easily adaptable. Here are some ideas:

Cheese

You can add a sprinkling of cheese to the Naan - Wich whilst still warm so you can enjoy some melty cheesey goodness.

Chicken 

Use any leftover Chicken for this recipe such as Air Fryer Whole Tandoori Roast Chicken or Preserved Lemon, Cumin and Thyme Roast Chicken.

Sauces

Use any sauce you like. Such as Garlic Mayo, Sour Cream, Mayo, Chilli Sauce, whatever you like.

Sandwich

This filling would work equally well in a wrap or as  a sandwich instead.

Lettuce Wraps

You can add the filling to lettuce for a healthier alternative.

Veggies

You can add your favourite veggies to the naan-wich. Add some peppers, Corn, Spring Onion, Avocado.

Hummus

You can add Hummus to this wrap as well as any other spread that you like.

Tips to make this recipe

Chicken shredding

Shred or cut the Chicken to the size you like but don't make the pieces too large.

As tempting as it is, don’t add too much filling to the naan-wich as it will be difficult to handle! 

Storage

This Naanwich is best eaten fresh but you can make the seperate elements ahead of time.

Fridge

This chicken, naan, salad and sauce will last separately in the fridge for up to 3 - 5 days in the fridge.

Freezer

The Chicken will keep well for up to 3 months in the freezer in an airtight container.

To use, allow the chicken to defrost or reheat gently in the fridge or microwave.

Add sauces and salad to naan-wich and continue with the rest of the recipe.

Other Wrap or Kebab Recipes:

Chickpea, Sweet Potato and Halloumi wrap

Healthy Samosa Recipe - Samosa Wrap

Mexican Veggie Crunch Wrap

The Easiest and BEST Joojeh Kebab

Tandoori Chicken Kebab

Easy Homemade Chicken Doner Kebab

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