Homemade Skillet Naan with Herb Butter

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Step 1: Make the Dough

  1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
  2. Stir in yogurt, milk, and olive oil until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead on a floured surface for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Cover and let rest for 45 minutes to relax the gluten.

Step 2: Prepare the Herb Butter

  1. Melt butter in a small pan.
  2. Add garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant (do not burn).
  3. Stir in chopped parsley or cilantro. Set aside.

Step 3: Roll Out the Naan

  1. Divide the dough into 6–8 balls.
  2. Roll each ball into an oval or round shape (about ¼-inch thick).

Step 4: Cook the Naan

  1. Heat a cast-iron skillet or heavy pan over medium-high until very hot.
  2. Place one rolled dough piece onto the skillet. Cook 1–2 minutes, until bubbles form.
  3. Flip and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden brown spots appear.
  4. Brush hot naan with garlic-herb butter immediately.

Repeat with remaining dough.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve warm with butter chicken, curries, or stews.
  • Use as a base for flatbread pizza.
  • Pair with hummus, tzatziki, or baba ganoush.
  • Enjoy simply with extra butter and a drizzle of honey.

Tips for Success

  • Hot skillet = fluffy naan: Make sure your pan is very hot before cooking.
  • Don’t overwork the dough: A light hand keeps naan soft.
  • Customize the butter: Add chili flakes, rosemary, or even parmesan for a flavor twist.
  • Keep warm: Stack cooked naan in a clean kitchen towel to keep them soft until serving.

Why This Recipe Works

This Homemade Skillet Naan uses yogurt and baking soda for an easy rise, meaning you don’t have to wait for yeast. The dough cooks quickly in a skillet, giving it those signature bubbles and charred spots. The herb butter melts into every layer, making each bite fragrant, soft, and irresistible.

Final Bite

Soft, fluffy, and infused with garlicky butter, this Homemade Skillet Naan with Herb Butter is the perfect companion to your favorite dishes. It’s simple to make, delicious to eat, and will make your kitchen smell like a bakery.

So roll out the dough, fire up the skillet, and treat yourself to bread that tastes like it came straight out of a traditional tandoor oven.

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