Aromatic chicken kofta paired with a refreshing garlic yogurt sauce, perfect for gatherings.
Author:info-nailzspagmail-com
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Pan-frying
Cuisine:Middle Eastern
Diet:Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound ground chicken
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 cloves garlic, minced (for yogurt sauce)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Prepare the Kofta Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, parsley, cilantro, onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until fully combined.
Shape the Koftas: Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs or patties, depending on your preference.
Heat the Olive Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Cook the Koftas: Carefully place the koftas in the skillet, cooking for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and golden brown.
Make the Garlic Yogurt Sauce: Mix the Greek yogurt with the minced garlic and lemon juice in a separate bowl.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve the koftas warm with the garlic yogurt sauce.
Notes
Koftas can be served over rice, in flatbread, or with fresh salads.