Ingredients
– 1 pound ground chicken
– 1 small onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
– 1 tablespoon ground cumin
– 1 tablespoon ground coriander
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon paprika
– ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
Creating Irresistible Chicken Kofta is straightforward if you follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Kofta Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper if using. Mix well until everything is evenly incorporated.
2. Shape the Koftas: With your hands, shape the mixture into oval or cylindrical meatballs, about 2-3 inches in length. Place them on a tray or plate as you work.
3. Heat the Olive Oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Allow it to heat for a minute before moving on to the next step.
4. Cook the Koftas: Gently place the shaped koftas in the skillet, cooking them for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they are golden and cooked through. This should take around 15-20 minutes in total. Be cautious not to overcrowd the skillet; cook in batches if necessary.
5. Prepare the Yogurt Sauce: While the koftas are cooking, in a separate bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped mint (if using), and salt and pepper to taste. Stir until well combined.
6. Finish Cooking: Once the koftas are cooked through, remove them from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes.
7. Serve with Sauce: Serve the koftas warm with the creamy garlic yogurt sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 30g