Delicious grilled chicken koftas seasoned with cumin, coriander, and fresh herbs, served with a refreshing garlic yogurt sauce. This recipe is perfect for a flavorful and healthy main course that combines aromatic spices with tender grilled chicken and a tangy, creamy dip.
Total Time:27 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
Kofta Ingredients
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
Garlic Yogurt Sauce Ingredients
1 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Pinch of salt
2 tablespoons olive oil (for grilling)
Instructions
Prepare the Kofta Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, fresh parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined to ensure even seasoning.
Shape the Koftas: Take portions of the mixture and form them into small oval-shaped koftas, ensuring they are compact to hold their shape during grilling.
Preheat and Prepare the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush the grill grates lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking and help achieve a nice sear on the koftas.
Grill the Koftas: Place the koftas on the preheated grill and cook for about 12 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure they cook evenly on all sides and are cooked through to a safe internal temperature.
Make the Garlic Yogurt Sauce: While the koftas are grilling, mix together the plain yogurt, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a bowl until smooth and well combined.
Serve: Once grilled, serve the hot chicken koftas alongside the garlic yogurt sauce for dipping or drizzling.
Notes
You can substitute ground chicken with ground turkey if preferred.
If you don't have a grill, the koftas can also be cooked in a grill pan or broiled in the oven.
Adjust the lemon juice in the yogurt sauce to taste if you prefer it more tangy.
For extra flavor, chill the kofta mixture before shaping to help it bind better.
Add chopped fresh mint to the yogurt sauce for a refreshing twist.
