Grilled Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce Recipe
These flavorful Chicken Koftas are tender ground chicken meatballs seasoned with aromatic spices, fresh herbs, and grilled to perfection. Served with a tangy garlic yogurt sauce, they make a delicious and healthy appetizer or main dish with Middle Eastern flair.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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For the Koftas
- 500 grams ground chicken
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for grilling)
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Kofta Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Shape the Koftas: Using your hands, form the mixture into small oval-shaped koftas, ensuring they are compact to hold their shape during grilling.
- Preheat the Grill and Oil It: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush the grill grates with olive oil to prevent sticking and to add flavor.
- Grill the Koftas: Place the koftas on the preheated grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking. They should be cooked through and have nice grill marks.
- Make the Garlic Yogurt Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix together the plain yogurt, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth. This sauce provides a cool and tangy complement to the grilled koftas.
- Serve: Plate the grilled chicken koftas alongside the garlic yogurt sauce and enjoy immediately while hot.
Notes
- If you don’t have a grill, you can cook the koftas on a stovetop grill pan or under a broiler.
- For more flavor, let the kofta mixture rest for 30 minutes before grilling to allow the spices to meld.
- Serve koftas with pita bread and a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Adjust spice levels according to taste by adding chili flakes or cayenne pepper if desired.
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