Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce, a Middle Eastern-inspired dish that marries succulent ground chicken with aromatic spices. This recipe is perfect for family dinners, casual gatherings, or summer barbecues. Each juicy kofta is grilled to perfection and paired with a creamy garlic yogurt sauce that elevates the dish’s taste and presentation. Not only is it simple to prepare, but it’s also a healthier alternative to traditional meat dishes, making it an excellent choice for meal prep as well. Serve it alongside warm pita bread, fresh salads, or on a bed of fragrant rice for a delightful meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- 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 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Olive oil (for grilling)
Instructions
- Combine ground chicken, onion, garlic, and parsley in a mixing bowl.
- Add cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Shape the mixture into elongated kofta.
- Preheat the grill over medium-high heat; brush lightly with olive oil.
- Grill kofta for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- For the yogurt sauce, mix yogurt, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a bowl until smooth.
- Serve hot with garlic yogurt sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 kofta (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg