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Chicken Kofta with Creamy Garlic Yogurt Sauce

Delicious and flavorful Chicken Kofta served with a creamy garlic yogurt sauce, perfect for your next meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (for yogurt sauce)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and finely chop the onion and garlic, then set them aside.
  2. Mix the mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Shape the koftas: With moistened hands, grab a handful of the mixture and form to your desired shape, about 1.5 inches in size.
  4. Heat up the cooking surface: In a skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
  5. Cook: Carefully place the shaped koftas in the skillet, cooking for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Prepare the yogurt sauce: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  7. Garnish and serve: Once the koftas are cooked, garnish with fresh herbs and serve with the yogurt sauce.

Notes

You can make the koftas in advance and refrigerate for up to a day. Cook just before serving for the best results.

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Keywords: Chicken Kofta, Middle Eastern, Yogurt Sauce