Ingredients
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To whip up this mouthwatering dish, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the creamy garlic yogurt sauce, gather:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix ground chicken, onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small oval patties or skewers.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook the koftas for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In another bowl, mix Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for the sauce.
- Serve the koftas hot with the creamy garlic yogurt sauce.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes before using to prevent burning.
- Adjust seasoning in the sauce to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet or Grill
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Gluten-Free