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Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce

Savor Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce in 30 Minutes

Delight in Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce, taking only 30 minutes for a delicious, gluten-free meal that impresses every palate.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Kofta
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Substitute with ground turkey for variety
  • 1 Onion (finely chopped) Yellow or white onions work best
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic enhances the flavor beautifully
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped) Swap with cilantro for a unique twist
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin Adjust to your spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil is a good alternative
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup Plain Yogurt Use coconut yogurt for a dairy-free version
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh lemon juice is recommended
  • 1 clove Optional Garlic (for sauce) Add more minced garlic for an extra kick if desired

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Wet your hands and shape the mixture into elongated oval patties, about 10 to 12 in total. Place them on a tray lined with parchment paper.
  3. Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes. Lightly grease the grill with olive oil.
  4. Grill the kofta for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).
  5. Prepare the garlic yogurt sauce by mixing the yogurt, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Add minced garlic if desired.
  6. Serve the grilled Chicken Kofta on a platter with the garlic yogurt sauce drizzled on top or served on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover Chicken Kofta in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For freezing, lay cooked kofta in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag once solid.

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