Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce
If you’re craving a dish that’s bursting with flavor and sure to impress, look no further than this Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce. This delightful recipe combines juicy ground chicken with fragrant spices, creating tender koftas that are grilled to perfection. Paired with a creamy garlic yogurt sauce, every bite is a delicious blend of textures and tastes. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, you can whip up this meal in just 30 minutes. With its appeal to both kids and adults alike, it’s an ideal choice for satisfying hungry appetites while keeping the cooking process simple and enjoyable.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 grams Ground Chicken
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 cup Plain Yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (for grilling)
Instructions
- 1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, and parsley.
- 2. Add ground cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper; mix until well combined.
- 3. Wet your hands and shape the mixture into elongated oval koftas.
- 4. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat; brush with olive oil.
- 5. Grill the kofta for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6. In a small bowl, mix together yogurt, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt for the garlic yogurt sauce.
- 7. Serve the kofta with the garlic yogurt sauce and your choice of sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 koftas (approx. 130g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg