Description

Grilled Chicken Kofta is a tender and flavorful dish made with ground chicken, fresh herbs, and a blend of spices like Aleppo pepper, coriander, and mint. Perfect for grilling, these kofta patties are versatile and easy to prepare, making them a great addition to wraps, salads, or as a main dish. Ready in under 40 minutes, this healthy, flavorful recipe will become a go-to favorite!

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds ground chicken

1/2 cup grated onion

1 garlic clove, minced

1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint (or 1 teaspoon dry mint flakes)

1 1/2 teaspoons Aleppo-style pepper

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika

Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste

1 egg (optional)

Extra virgin olive oil

1 small piece of sandwich bread (whole wheat)

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Instructions

Prepare the Chicken Mixture: Soak a small piece of bread in water until mushy, then squeeze out the excess water. In a bowl, combine the bread with ground chicken, grated onion, garlic, parsley, mint, spices, egg, and olive oil.
Form the Kofta Patties: Shape the mixture into 8 oval patties, about 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick. Arrange them on a tray and chill for 15-20 minutes.
Grill: Preheat your grill or indoor griddle to medium-high heat and grease the grates. Grill the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
Serve: Serve warm with your choice of sides like rice, pita bread, or yogurt sauce.

Notes

Vegetarian Option: Swap ground chicken with a plant-based meat alternative for a vegetarian version.

Kebab Style: Mold the mixture onto skewers to make kofta kebabs.

Additional Herbs: Add dill or cilantro for an alternative flavor twist.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Mediterranean

Nutrition

Calories: Approx. 250 kcal