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    Chilli Paneer Tray Bake with Coriander Sauce

    Author: Amy Fulwood | Published: Nov 21, 2018 | Modified: Oct 5, 2024

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    This chilli paneer tray bake uses classic Indian flavours for a simple vegetarian dinner. Peppers, red onion and paneer are tossed in spices and roasted then served with a herby coriander sauce.

    Tray bakes, sheet pan dinners, whatever you call them they're guaranteed amazingness thanks to how super easy they are. 

    Click here to pin this recipe for later!

    Side on shot of chilli paneer tray bake on a dark blue background with naan
    Overhead shot of portion of chilli paneer tray bake on a pink plate

    Will and I only recently discovered how fantastic paneer is. Up until a few months ago I hadn't ever tried it and now I just can't understand what I was thinking!

    It's pretty similar to halloumi which is one of my favourite foods so it makes perfect sense that I would love paneer almost as much. 

    So far I've only made one other recipe for the blog with paneer and it's this paneer tikka masala which is one of the most delicious curries I've made in a really long time. Plus it's only five ingredients! 

    Overhead shot of paneer tray bake on a blue cloth with naan and coriander sauce
    Side on shot of a serving of chilli paneer tray bake on a pink plate

    But now I'm bringing out my second one and it might be even better. 

    I used all my favourite spices including a big helping of curry powder to get all of the paneer and vegetables coated in plenty of flavour. 

    After that they're simply spread on a baking sheet and roasted until crispy and full of that sweet roasted vegetable flavour. Then just drizzle over a little coriander yoghurt sauce and serve with naan, I like mine wrapped right up in the naan. Perfection!

    Overhead shot of a glass bowl with paneer, red onion and peppers for chilli paneer tray bake

    Why we love this chilli paneer recipe:

    • This is a sheet pan dinner which means that you can chuck it all onto one tray and shove it in the oven so it's so super easy and quick to make
    • It's vegetarian so great for avoiding meat
    • You can adjust the level of heat according to your liking so make it as spicy or mild as you like
    • It's a healthy weeknight dinner with plenty of vegetables and a light and fresh yoghurt sauce
    Coriander sauce for chilli paneer tray bake

    Chilli Paneer Tray Bake Ingredients:

    To make this simple recipe, all you need is:

    • Paneer: You can buy paneer in most supermarkets now, it's in the cheese section.
    • Peppers & Onions: I like to use peppers and onions in this recipe because they come out so well when roasted but you could add in any other vegetables you like.
    • Spices: I use ginger, garlic, chilli powder, cumin and curry powder and it is the most flavourful combination, I love it! 
    • Coriander: To make that gorgeous green coriander sauce. Use leftovers on this prawn curry
    • Yoghurt: Giving that delicious tang to the sauce and cutting through all that spice. Use up any extra on these salmon burgers
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    Portion of chilli paneer tray bake on a pink plate

    How To Make Chilli Paneer Tray Bake with Coriander Sauce:

    All you need to do to make this recipe is:

    1. Mix paneer with spices: Start by whisking together the spices with the olive oil then add the paneer, red onion and pepper and mix until coated.
    2. Spread out on a baking sheet: Place in the oven and cook for 15-20 minutes.
    3. Make the coriander sauce: Mix all the ingredients for the sauce in a mini blender then serve with the paneer tray bake and naan bread.
    Overhead shot of chilli paneer tray bake with a spatula
    Portion of chilli paneer tray bake on a pink plate with naan

    Chilli Paneer Tray Bake Variations:

    • Use different vegetables: Anything you know roasts well will work here. Sweet potato would be good or even mushroom or cherry tomatoes.
    • Try different spices: If there are other spices you have on hand then try adding them here, dried coriander or chilli flakes would be delicious.
    • Serve with rice: For a heartier meal.
    Side angle shot of chilli paneer tray bake on a blue background
    Portion of chilli paneer tray bake on a pink plate

    Want more? Try these other vegetarian recipes!

    • Creamy Mushroom Pasta with Thyme
    • Spicy Cauliflower Soup
    • Vegetarian Sausage Casserole
    • Chipotle Vegetable Soup
    • Roasted Vegetable Calzone

    Recipe

    Overhead shot of portion of chilli paneer tray bake on a pink plate

    Chilli Paneer Tray Bake with Coriander Sauce

    This chilli paneer tray bake uses classic Indian flavours for a simple vegetarian dinner. Peppers, red onion and paneer are tossed in spices and roasted then served with a herby coriander sauce.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Indian
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 337kcal
    Author: Amy Fulwood

    Ingredients

    • 250 g Paneer cubed
    • 2 Peppers whichever colours you prefer, chopped into chunks
    • 2 Red Onions chopped into chunks
    • 1 teaspoon Ginger grated
    • 1 teaspoon Garlic crushed
    • 1 tablespoon Chilli Powder
    • 1 teaspoon Cumin
    • 1 teaspoon Curry Powder
    • 3 tablespoon Olive Oil

    For the Coriander Sauce

    • 25 g Coriander (Cilantro)
    • ½ Green Chilli deseeded
    • ½ teaspoon Ginger grated
    • ½ teaspoon Garlic crushed
    • ¼ teaspoon Cumin
    • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
    • ½ teaspoon Sugar
    • 4 tablespoon Yoghurt
    • Naan Bread to serve
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    Instructions

    • Heat the oven to 200°C/400°F. Put the olive oil, chilli powder, curry powder, cumin, ginger and garlic in a large mixing bowl and whisk together. Add the paneer cubes, pepper and onion and toss until coated by the mixture. Tip onto a baking sheet and spread so that everything is in one layer. Put it in the oven and cook for 15-20 minutes.
    • While the paneer is cooking make the sauce. Put the coriander, chilli, ginger, garlic, cumin, lemon juice and sugar in a mini chopper or blender and blitz until everything is chopped. Add the yoghurt and mix again. Season to taste. Serve the paneer with naan breads and the coriander sauce.
    Nutrition Facts
    Chilli Paneer Tray Bake with Coriander Sauce
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 337 Calories from Fat 243
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 27g42%
    Saturated Fat 11g55%
    Cholesterol 43mg14%
    Sodium 85mg4%
    Potassium 295mg8%
    Carbohydrates 13g4%
    Fiber 3g12%
    Sugar 5g6%
    Protein 11g22%
    Vitamin A 1255IU25%
    Vitamin C 55.9mg68%
    Calcium 358mg36%
    Iron 1.4mg8%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Notes

    Nutrition information is an estimate and will vary depending on the ingredients used.
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    Comments

    1. Valentina says

      November 22, 2018 at 6:09 am

      5 stars
      Wow, there is SO MUCH flavor happening here. And super delicious flavors! I am loving how colorful the dish is, especially when that yummy sauce hits it.

      Reply
      • Amy says

        November 22, 2018 at 2:50 pm

        Thanks Valentina!

        Reply
    2. jillian says

      November 22, 2018 at 5:49 am

      5 stars
      Easy and delicious - my favorite things!!

      Reply
      • Amy says

        November 22, 2018 at 2:50 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
    3. Natalie says

      November 22, 2018 at 5:32 am

      5 stars
      Looks so delicious and healthy! Perfect for a great balanced dinner!

      Reply
      • Amy says

        November 22, 2018 at 2:49 pm

        Thanks Natalie 🙂

        Reply
    4. Tilly says

      November 22, 2018 at 4:44 am

      5 stars
      Love this meal, so quick, easy and delicious!

      Reply
      • Amy says

        November 22, 2018 at 2:47 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
    5. Jamielyn says

      November 22, 2018 at 12:56 am

      5 stars
      So fresh and flavorful! Delicious!

      Reply
      • Amy says

        November 22, 2018 at 2:47 pm

        Thanks Jamielyn!

        Reply
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