Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce
Discover the delightful Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce Recipe, a must-try dish that combines tender ground chicken with aromatic spices to create an unforgettable meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish can be prepared in just 30 minutes. The juicy kofta is complemented by a creamy garlic yogurt sauce, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. Whether served alongside pita bread or fresh vegetables, this recipe promises to bring smiles to the dinner table for all ages. Easy to customize and packed with nutrients, Chicken Kofta is a winner for both taste and health.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g 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
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, and parsley.
- Add cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper; mix gently until combined.
- Shape the mixture into elongated oval kofta.
- Preheat the grill; brush lightly with olive oil.
- Grill kofta for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- For the sauce, mix yogurt, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
- Serve warm with the garlic yogurt sauce on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 kofta (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg