Irresistible Chicken Kofta with Creamy Garlic Yogurt Sauce
Irresistible Chicken Kofta with Creamy Garlic Yogurt Sauce is a juicy, spiced Middle Eastern-style dish made with ground chicken, fresh herbs, and warm spices, paired with a cool, garlicky yogurt sauce. Perfect for bowls, wraps, or served with rice and veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grill, Bake, or Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern-Inspired
Ingredients
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Instructions
In a bowl, combine ground chicken, onion, garlic, herbs, and spices. Mix until well combined.,With damp hands, shape mixture into oval or log-shaped koftas.,Cook using one of the following methods: – Grill over medium heat for 4–5 minutes per side – Pan-sear in a lightly oiled skillet until golden and cooked through – Bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway,While koftas cook, whisk together all sauce ingredients until smooth.,Serve koftas warm with a drizzle of garlic yogurt sauce and optional fresh herbs.
Notes
Add chili flakes or cayenne for heat.,Use plant-based yogurt for a dairy-free version.,These koftas also work great with ground turkey or lamb.,Serve with pita, rice, or fresh salad for a full meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
