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Chicken Kofta Kebabs

These Chicken Kofta Kebabs are packed with warm spices, fresh herbs, and a touch of lemon for brightness. Baked until juicy and broiled for a golden finish, they’re easy to make and perfect with rice, pita, or a crisp cucumber salad. A quick microwave test lets you adjust the seasoning before cooking—no guesswork needed.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6 skewers

Ingredients
 

  • ½ sweet or yellow onion finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • ¼ cup parsley finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon cumin powder
  • 1 tablespoon coriander powder
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon harissa optional
  • 2 teaspoons oregano
  • 1 ½ tablespoons salt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 ½ pounds ground chicken

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F. Prepare a large baking sheet by covering it in aluminum foil. Then, place a wire rack on top of the foil (if you don’t have a wire rack, you can place the kebabs directly on the foil).
  • If using wooden skewers, soak them in cold water while you prepare the kebab mixture. This prevents the skewers from burning and prevents the meat from falling off.
  • Next, mix all the ingredients together in a large mixing bowl, except for the ground chicken. Then, add the ground chicken and mix until the seasoning mixture is evenly distributed. Taste the mixture for seasoning by warming about a teaspoon of it up on high in the microwave for 15-20 seconds. Adjust as necessary!
    ½ sweet or yellow onion, 1 tablespoon garlic, ¼ cup parsley, 2 tablespoons fresh mint, 1 tablespoon cumin powder, 1 tablespoon coriander powder, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 teaspoon harissa, 2 teaspoons oregano, 1 ½ tablespoons salt, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 ½ pounds ground chicken
  • Take about ½ cup of the ground chicken mixture and spread it out onto a skewer. Place the skewer on the wire rack. Repeat for the remaining mixture!
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and has reached an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Finally, broil on high for 2-5 minutes until the kebabs are nice and browned.
  • Serve with rice, pita bread, tzatziki sauce, and/or a cucumber salad and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Chicken Kofta Kebabs
Amount per Serving
Calories
180
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
11
g
17
%
Cholesterol
 
70
mg
23
%
Sodium
 
1725
mg
75
%
Potassium
 
200
mg
6
%
Carbohydrates
 
2
g
1
%
Fiber
 
0.5
g
2
%
Sugar
 
133
g
148
%
Protein
 
19
g
38
%
Vitamin C
 
2
mg
2
%
Iron
 
0.25
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.