Description
Ready in under an hour and irresistibly fluffy, this Easy Garlic Naan Bread is the perfect side dish for all your favorite dinner ideas—from creamy butter chicken to spiced lentils. You don't need a tandoor or fancy equipment—just a hot skillet, a few simple ingredients, and a love for garlicky goodness. This is a quick dinner recipe you'll come back to over and over again. It’s ideal for weeknight meals, creative lunch wraps, or as part of your go-to food ideas when you're craving soft, homemade flatbread.
Ingredients
¾ cup warm water
⅓ cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons olive oil (or melted butter)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¾ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons melted butter
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. Stir in yogurt, warm water, and olive oil until a shaggy dough forms.
3. Knead the dough for 5–7 minutes until smooth and slightly sticky.
4. Cover and let rest for 30–40 minutes at room temperature.
5. While resting, prepare the garlic butter by mixing melted butter with minced garlic.
6. Divide rested dough into 6 equal balls.
7. Roll each ball into an oval or teardrop shape, about ¼-inch thick.
8. Preheat a cast iron or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
9. Cook each naan for 1–1.5 minutes per side, until golden and bubbly.
10. Brush hot naan with garlic butter and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
11. Serve warm or wrap in a towel to keep soft until serving.
Notes
Use a hot skillet for best results; it helps form bubbles and golden spots.
Let the dough rest—this makes it easier to roll and cook.
For extra flavor, add a pinch of chili flakes or grated cheese to the dough before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 naan
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: easy garlic naan, skillet naan, homemade naan, flatbread recipe, quick dinner, side bread