Description
Discover the irresistible Chicken Kofta with Creamy Garlic Yogurt Sauce, a Mediterranean-inspired dish that combines tender, flavorful chicken meatballs with a luscious garlic yogurt sauce. Perfect for a delicious dinner or appetizer, this recipe offers a perfect balance of spices and creamy goodness, impressing family and friends with its savory flavors and aromatic spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g ground chicken (preferably organic)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the garlic yogurt sauce:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Fresh mint or dill for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Using damp hands, form the mixture into small, evenly-sized meatballs or oval-shaped logs.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken kofta and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through (about 8-10 minutes). Alternatively, bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes.
- Prepare the garlic yogurt sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth.
- Garnish the sauce with fresh mint or dill if desired and keep chilled until serving.
Notes
- Use freshly ground spices for enhanced flavor.
- Chill the mixture for 30 minutes before shaping to make it easier to handle.
- Ensure your skillet is hot enough before adding kofta for a nice sear.
- Serve with warm pita, rice, or a fresh side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop/Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg