Description
Chicken kofta is a juicy and flavorful dish made with ground chicken, fresh herbs, and aromatic spices, shaped and cooked to perfection. It’s a versatile and satisfying meal perfect for grilling, baking, or pan-frying.
Ingredients
- 500 g ground chicken
- 1 small onion, finely grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, grated onion, garlic, parsley, and cilantro.
- Add cumin, coriander, paprika, black pepper, salt, and turmeric, and mix well.
- Add olive oil, breadcrumbs, and the egg, mixing until fully combined and slightly sticky.
- Cover and refrigerate the mixture for 20–30 minutes.
- Shape the mixture into small logs or oval shapes, either around skewers or by hand.
- Cook using your preferred method: grill over medium heat for 10–12 minutes, pan-fry for 8–10 minutes, or bake at 200°C for 15–20 minutes, turning halfway if needed.
- Ensure the kofta is fully cooked through before serving.
- Serve hot with rice, flatbread, or a fresh salad.
Notes
- Add chopped green chili for extra heat if desired.
- Mix in a tablespoon of yogurt for a richer and juicier texture.
- Use almond flour instead of breadcrumbs for a low-carb option.
- Prepare the mixture up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate.
- Store cooked kofta in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Avoid overcooking to keep the kofta tender and juicy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
