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Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce

Irresistible Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce to Savor

Experience the flavors of Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce, a dish that’s a feast for the senses.
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Chicken Kofta, Flavorful, Garlic Yogurt Sauce, Healthy Indulgence, Middle Eastern, quick prep
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Chilling Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 kofta
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Oven
  • Whisk
  • measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • Cooking surface

Ingredients

For the Kofta

  • 1 pound Ground chicken Preferably dark meat for richer flavor
  • 1 medium Onion Finely grated
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced or grated
  • ¼ cup Fresh parsley Chopped
  • ¼ cup Fresh cilantro Optional, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Or regular
  • ½ teaspoon Ground turmeric Optional
  • ½ teaspoon Ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Ground cinnamon Or allspice, optional
  • ¼ cup Plain breadcrumbs Or panko to bind mixture
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For brushing
  • 1 tablespoon Neutral oil For cooking

For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce

  • 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 cloves Garlic Grated or pressed
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Cold water To thin the sauce if needed
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground black pepper Or white pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, mint, or parsley Optional, chopped

For Serving

  • 4 pieces Pita bread Or flatbread
  • 1 cup Sliced cucumbers
  • 1 cup Sliced tomatoes
  • ½ cup Sliced red onion
  • 1 cup Fresh herbs Parsley, mint or cilantro
  • 1 pieces Lemon wedges For squeezing
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon Sumac or paprika For garnish

Instructions

Preparation

  • Finely grate or mince the onion, then squeeze out excess moisture.
  • Finely mince or grate the garlic.
  • Finely chop the parsley and cilantro, if using.

Cooking

  • In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, black pepper, salt, and cinnamon or allspice.
  • Sprinkle in the breadcrumbs to bind the mixture, adjusting as necessary.
  • Form the kofta mixture into shapes, testing for hold.
  • Chill the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
  • Cook the kofta on a skillet or bake in the oven at 400°F (200°C).
  • While cooking, prepare the garlic yogurt sauce by whisking the ingredients together.
  • Let kofta rest before serving.
  • Serve kofta with the garlic yogurt sauce and fresh ingredients.

Notes

Ensure to test the kofta mixture for texture and adjust breadcrumbs as needed. Refrigeration makes a difference in flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1kofta | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 700mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg