Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce, a Middle Eastern-inspired dish that’s not only easy to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. This recipe features ground chicken seasoned with aromatic spices, shaped into tender koftas and grilled to perfection. The creamy garlic yogurt sauce adds a refreshing touch that complements the savory koftas beautifully. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this dish is versatile enough to pair with pita bread, rice, or fresh salads. Experience a blend of textures and flavors that will impress even the pickiest eaters!
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 grams ground chicken
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper; mix until just combined.
- Shape mixture into elongated oval koftas using wet hands.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and brush lightly with olive oil.
- Grill koftas for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- For the garlic yogurt sauce, mix yogurt with lemon juice and a pinch of salt in a small bowl until smooth.
- Serve kofta hot with the garlic yogurt sauce and desired sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 koftas (150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg