Butter Chicken Tarts

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (13.5 ounce) can coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 package (17.3 ounces) puff pastry sheets, thawed
• 1 egg, beaten

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and brown chicken on all sides.
3. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside. Add onion, garlic, and ginger to skillet and cook until softened.
4. Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
5. Add tomatoes and coconut milk to skillet. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until sauce has thickened.
6. Stir in lemon juice and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Return chicken to skillet and cook until heated through.
8. On a lightly floured surface, roll out puff pastry to a 12-inch circle. Cut into 8 equal triangles.
9. Place a spoonful of chicken mixture in the center of each triangle. Bring corners of dough together and press to seal.
10. Place tarts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush with beaten egg.
11. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving size: 1 tart
• Calories: 330
• Fat: 15 grams
• Protein: 20 grams
• Carbohydrates: 25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Flaky, buttery pastry
• Creamy, flavorful butter chicken filling
• Perfect for parties or appetizers
• Easy to make and adaptable to different tastes

User Comments:

• "These tarts were a huge hit at my party. Everyone loved the combination of flavors." - Sarah M.
• "The pastry was so flaky and the chicken filling was delicious. I will definitely be making these again." - John S.
• "I added some extra spices to the filling to make it a bit spicier. It was perfect!" - Susan P.

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts for the best results.
• If you don't have fresh ginger, you can use 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger instead.
• Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your desired spice level.
• You can also add other vegetables to the filling, such as bell peppers, carrots, or onions.
• Serve the tarts warm with your favorite dipping sauce.