Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce
Indulge in the mouthwatering Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce, a delightful dish that’s sure to impress at any gathering or family dinner. This recipe combines ground chicken with an aromatic blend of spices and fresh herbs, then grills to perfection for juicy, flavorful kofta. Paired with a creamy garlic yogurt sauce, it delivers a satisfying experience that is both nutritious and easy to prepare. Ideal for meal prep or a weeknight feast, this versatile dish can be served in pita bread, over rice, or alongside fresh salads. Try it today and elevate your mealtime!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g 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
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for grilling)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper until well mixed.
- Wet your hands and shape the mixture into elongated oval kofta.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and brush lightly with olive oil.
- Grill the kofta for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a small bowl, mix yogurt with lemon juice and a pinch of salt to create the garlic yogurt sauce.
- Serve grilled kofta with garlic yogurt sauce alongside pita bread or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 koftas (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg