Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce: Easy Grilled Recipe
Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce is a quick Middle Eastern-inspired recipe made with seasoned ground chicken and a creamy lemon yogurt sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or grilling season.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Kofta
- 500 grams ground chicken
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix everything together until well combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape into small oval or sausage-shaped koftas.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly brush it with olive oil.
- Grill the Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally until the koftas are golden brown and fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- While the koftas cook, prepare the sauce by combining the yogurt, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Stir until smooth.
- Serve the grilled chicken kofta warm with the garlic yogurt sauce on the side. Garnish with extra parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
- Serve with warm pita bread, basmati rice, couscous, or quinoa.
- Pair with cucumber salad, tabbouleh, or roasted vegetables.
- Add sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions for a complete meal.
- The garlic yogurt sauce also makes an excellent dip for vegetables or flatbread