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Chicken Kofta with Creamy Garlic Yogurt Sauce – Juicy, Spiced & Full of Flavor

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Juicy spiced chicken koftas served with a tangy, garlicky yogurt sauce. A flavorful, protein-rich meal perfect for bowls, wraps, or platters.

Ingredients

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For the Koftas:

  • 1 lb ground chicken

  • 1/2 small onion, grated

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley

  • 1 tbsp chopped cilantro

  • 1 tsp cumin

  • 1/2 tsp coriander

  • 1/2 tsp paprika

  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon

  • 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs or almond flour

  • 1 egg

For the Yogurt Sauce:

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

  • 1 garlic clove, grated

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • Optional: fresh dill or mint

Instructions

  • Mix all kofta ingredients in a bowl until just combined.

  • Shape into 10–12 oblong meatballs or patties.

  • Pan-fry in olive oil over medium heat until golden and cooked through (8–10 mins), or bake at 400°F for 18–20 mins.

  • For the sauce, whisk yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt until smooth.

  • Serve warm koftas with the sauce and garnishes.

Notes

  • Rest the mixture in the fridge for 30 minutes if it’s sticky.

  • Freeze uncooked koftas for meal prep.

  • Serve in wraps, bowls, or over rice.

Find it online: https://dailywholekitchen.com/chicken-kofta-with-creamy-garlic-yogurt-sauce-juicy-spiced-full-of-flavor/