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Chicken Kofta Garlic Yogurt Sauce

Savory Chicken Kofta with Creamy Garlic Yogurt Sauce Bliss

A delightful Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce that captures the essence of Middle Eastern flavors, easy to make and gluten-free.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 koftas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Koftas
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Choose fresh for best flavor
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, cilantro can be substituted
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin Adjust for milder flavor
  • 1 tsp Ground Coriander Adjust according to spice tolerance
  • 1 tsp Salt Essential for flavor
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup Plain Yogurt Full-fat for best creaminess
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Prevents koftas from sticking

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Large Bowl
  • Tongs
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Serving platter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and fresh parsley. Sprinkle in the ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well-combined and slightly sticky.
  2. Shape the mixture into small oval koftas, about the size of a golf ball, and place on a plate or baking sheet.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C), and brush grill grates with olive oil.
  4. Grill the koftas for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
  5. In a separate bowl, combine the plain yogurt, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  6. Serve the koftas warm with the garlic yogurt sauce on the side, with warm pita or fresh salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1koftaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 21gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Feel free to add herbs like dill or mint to the garlic yogurt sauce for extra freshness.

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