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Chicken Kofta Garlic Yogurt Sauce

Delicious Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce in 30 Minutes

This Chicken Kofta Garlic Yogurt Sauce recipe is quick, flavorful, and family-friendly. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a perfect gluten-free dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 koftas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Chicken Kofta Ingredients
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken or turkey
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander optional
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper or white pepper
Garlic Yogurt Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 cup Plain Yogurt or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice or lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for grilling

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

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 incorporated.
  2. With your hands, shape the kofta mixture into small, compact oval or cylindrical forms.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C) and brush the grates with olive oil.
  4. Carefully place the koftas on the grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until golden-brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
  5. In a separate bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  6. Serve the grilled koftas with garlic yogurt sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1koftaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow kofta mixture to rest for 30 minutes for better flavor. Adjust spices to your preference.

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