Description
A savory dish that perfectly balances protein, flavor, and ease of preparation, bringing a modern twist to traditional Middle Eastern kofta.
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb Ground Chicken
1 Onion, finely minced
3 cloves Garlic, freshly minced
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped
1 tsp Cumin
1 tsp Paprika
Salt and Pepper, to taste
1 cup Greek Yogurt
2 tbsp Lemon Juice
1 tsp Dried Dill
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, minced onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- With slightly wet hands, shape the mixture into elongated oval patties or skewers, about 2-3 inches long.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat or preheat your grill, lightly greasing the surface.
- Cook the shaped kofta for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and dill, adding a pinch of salt. Stir until well combined.
- Plate the kofta warm and drizzle with the creamy garlic yogurt sauce. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Perfect for weeknight dinners and can be served with pita bread, salad, or couscous.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kofta
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken kofta, Middle Eastern, healthy recipe, yogurt sauce, family meal
