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    Chicken Kofta Recipe

    Published: Sep 25, 2024 · by Radwa.

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    I made this Mediterranean Chicken kofta with ground chicken, parsley, onion, and garlic. I also perfectly seasoned it with salt, pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes. 

    Chicken kofta is my go-to recipe when I want something comforting and delicious.

    Grilled Chicken Kofta

    Chicken Kofta

    I’ve learned a few tricks that ensure my kofta turns out juicy and delicious:

    First, I like to add some butter to the ground chicken, which keeps the kofta moist.

    Second, adding the soaked bread is so important; it absorbs all the juices while cooking.

    I also prefer to cook the kofta on medium heat to ensure they are fully cooked from inside and outside.

    Check out some of my Kofta recipes, such as Kofta Kebab and Rice Kofta. Both are super delicious as well.

    What's in this chicken kofta?

    • Ground chicken, eggs and bread crumbs.
    • Herbs: fresh mint and parsley.
    • Seasonings: ground pepper, salt, paprika, cumin, red pepper flakes.
    • Onion and garlic: This recipe calls for minced garlic and grated onion.
    • Olive oil: to make everything come together.
    • Tomato sauce: I use it to give the kofta a lovely colour and taste. (optional)
    close shot to the Koftas

    How To Make Chicken Kofta

    steps of making the recipe
    1. In a mixing bowl, add the ground chicken, butter, parsley, salt, pepper, cumin, red pepper flakes, ½ teaspoon of paprika, onion, garlic, mint, bread crumbs, egg and olive oil.
    2. Using your hand, mix well until combined.
    3. Wet your hand with water, then form the chicken mixture into balls.
    4. Arrange the kofta balls on a plate, then brush them with a mixture of tomato sauce and ½ teaspoon of paprika.
    5. Spray the grill with oil and heat to medium.
    6. Place the kofta balls on the grill and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
    7. Serve immediately.

    Pro Tips

    • Brushing the kofta with the mixture of tomato sauce and paprika is optional. However, I suggest doing it because it gives the chicken an excellent dark red colour and a pleasant taste as well.
    • When you form the chicken mixture into balls, it is important to wet your hands with a little bit of water because the mixture is sticky and it will be so messy if you didn't wet your hand. So don't skip that.
    • You can use skewers in forming your kofta.
    • Don't forget to grease the grill with oil; you don't want the kofta to stick to the grill.
    Grilled Chicken Kofta in a serving plate

    Recipe FAQS

    What to serve with chicken kofta?

    Serve this kofta with any bread of your choice, tahini sauce, green salad, rice or some grilled veggies.

    Can I use ground turkey instead of ground chicken?

    Yes, you can use a ground turkey in this recipe.

    onion, lemon tomatoes in the plate along with the chicken kofta

    More Mediterranean Recipes

    • Kofta kebab recipe
    • Homemade crispy falafel
    • Mediterranean eggplant salad

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    Chicken Kofta Recipe

    Chicken kofta is a delicious Mediterranean dish made with ground chicken, parsley, onion and garlic.
    Course Dinner, Main Course
    Cuisine Mediterranean
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes minutes
    Servings 20 balls
    Calories 66kcal
    Author Radwa

    Equipment

    • Mixing bowl
    • Grilled pan

    Ingredients

    • 500 g ground chicken
    • 1 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped
    • 2 tablespoon butter
    • 3 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped
    • 1 egg
    • 1 onion, grated
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 2 tablespoon bread crumbs
    • 3 tablespoon olive oil
    • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
    • 1 teaspoon paprika
    • ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 tablespoon tomato sauce

    Instructions

    • In a mixing bowl, add the ground chicken, butter, parsley, salt, pepper, cumin, red pepper flakes, ½ teaspoon of paprika, onion, garlic, mint, bread crumbs, egg and olive oil.
    • Using your hand, mix well until combined.
    • Wet your hand with water then form the chicken mixture into balls.
    • Arrange the kofta balls in a plate then brush them with a mixture of tomato sauce and ½ teaspoon of paprika.
    • Spray the grill with oil and heat to medium.
    • Place the kofta balls on the grill and cook for 8-10 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
    • Serve immediately.

    Notes

    • Brushing the chicken kofta with the mixture of tomato sauce and paprika is optional. However, I suggest doing it because it gives the chicken an excellent dark red colour and a pleasant taste as well.
    • When you form the chicken mixture into balls, it is important to wet your hands with a little bit of water because the mixture is sticky and it will be so messy if you didn't wet your hand. So don't skip that.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1ball | Calories: 66kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 149mg | Potassium: 167mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 322IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg
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    About Radwa

    Hi, I am Radwa! I've always been fond of food—seriously, it's my love language. I share my tried-and-true recipes and provide easy, step-by-step recipes that anyone can follow.

    Comments

    1. ishitta fakunle says

      June 01, 2022 at 8:13 pm

      5 stars
      Your recipes looks do enticing and delicious can't wait to try them and I'm looking forward to seeing more of African indian, arabian and Korean dishes and desserts
      Love u and your dishes❤❤❤

      Reply
    2. Sarah says

      May 20, 2022 at 7:16 pm

      5 stars
      Looks amazing, I can't wait to try this recipe. Thanks!

      Reply
    3. Whitley says

      May 20, 2022 at 7:13 pm

      5 stars
      Never made Kofta using chicken before; I will try the recipe tomorrow.

      Reply
    4. Darcy says

      May 20, 2022 at 7:08 pm

      5 stars
      Looks delicious, However i don't like mint leaves, can i skip them?

      Reply
      • Radwa says

        May 20, 2022 at 7:09 pm

        Yes, you can.

        Reply
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