Go Back
–+ servings
Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce

Delicious Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce for Easy Dinners

Savor the delicious Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce, a gluten-free Middle Eastern delight perfect for easy dinners.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 kofta
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Kofta
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken A lighter alternative to beef or lamb.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh is preferred.
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Fresh, chopped.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin For earthy warmth.
  • 1 tsp Ground Coriander For aromatic qualities.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For grilling.
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup Plain Yogurt Coconut yogurt makes a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1/2 medium Lemon Juiced.
  • to taste Salt For flavor.

Equipment

  • grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by finely chopping one medium onion, a few cloves of garlic, and a handful of fresh parsley. In a large bowl, combine these ingredients with one pound of ground chicken. Ensure everything is evenly mixed.
  2. Add one teaspoon each of ground cumin and ground coriander to the chicken mixture, along with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly until seasoning is evenly distributed.
  3. Scoop the chicken mixture to form elongated oval shapes, about the size of your palm. Aim for 10-12 evenly sized kofta.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 375°F (190°C), and brush it lightly with olive oil. Grill the kofta for 5-7 minutes per side, or until they turn golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  5. While the kofta are grilling, prepare the garlic yogurt sauce by mixing one cup of plain yogurt with the juice of half a lemon and a pinch of salt.
  6. Once grilled, remove the Chicken Kofta from the grill, let them rest, and serve alongside the garlic yogurt sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1koftaCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, serve Chicken Kofta immediately after grilling with the garlic yogurt sauce for optimal flavor and texture.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!