Juicy Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce
Enjoy the flavors of the Middle East with this Juicy Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce, a dish that perfectly balances taste and nutrition. Tender ground chicken is infused with aromatic spices like cumin and coriander, shaped into flavorful koftas, and grilled to perfection. Paired with a creamy garlic yogurt sauce that adds a refreshing twist, this recipe is both easy to prepare and delightful to serve at family dinners or casual gatherings. In just 35 minutes, you can enjoy a meal that’s not only quick but also packed with lean protein and fresh ingredients. Whether served alongside warm pita bread or a vibrant salad, these koftas are sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Ground Chicken
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- ¼ cup Fresh Parsley
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
- Salt to taste
- Black Pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 cup Plain Yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
- Shape the mixture into oval koftas about 4 inches long.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and brush lightly with olive oil.
- Grill the koftas for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- For the sauce, mix yogurt with lemon juice in a bowl and season with salt.
- Serve the kofta hot with garlic yogurt sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 koftas (approx. 170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg