Chicken kofta with zucchini over rice is an incredibly flavorful and delicious meal that’s bursting with freshness from herbs, spices and zucchini. A great family-style meal, this recipe is gluten and dairy free and easy to make!
The Most Flavorful Chicken Recipe Ever
Inspired by one of my favorite dishes at Aba here in Chicago, this chicken kofta (chicken kefta on their menu) is the most flavorful chicken recipe you will ever eat. I stand by that statement and know you will agree with me once you try it.
If you’re visiting Chicago definitely add Aba to your restaurant list and in the meantime make this copycat recipe that’s the perfect way to use summer zucchini and lots of fresh herbs.
What is Chicken Kofta
is the perfect chicken recipe for summer because it uses zucchini and lots of fresh herbs and spices.
The thing I love most about this chicken recipe is that it’s super easy to make. At first you may think, wow that’s a lot of different herbs and spices getting mixed in, but trust me when I say the end result will be one of the best chicken dishes you’ve ever had. It comes out incredibly moist, flavorful and fresh!
What is Chicken Kofta Made Of
Ingredients for Chicken Kofta
- Ground Chicken
- Zucchini
- Green Onion
- Cilantro
- Fresh Dill
- Mint
- Garlic
- Fresh Ginger
- Cumin
- Turmeric
- Cinnamon
- Tahini
- Salt
- Pepper
Utensils/ Equipment needed:
- Mixing Bowl
- Chopping Knife
- Grater for fresh ginger and zucchini
- Measuring Cups & Spoons
- Meat Thermometer
Recipe for Chicken Kofta
Sometimes cooking chicken can feel messy and intimidating. Not this recipe! It does take some chopping, but essentially you’re mixing all of the ingredients in with the chicken and then cooking the chicken on pan, or on the grill. No sweat!
Rob and I tag team this recipe pretty well. He will prepare half of the ingredients (chop, and grate) and I’ll do the other half. We’ll add them together and it’s done!
What to Pair With Chicken Kofta
Here are a few different ways I recommend enjoying it:
- on a bed of basmati rice with more dill, lemon and tzatziki or hummus ( I always use this recipe when preparing basmati rice!)
- on a bed of brown rice or quinoa with salad greens
- with grilled veggies like peppers, onions and zucchini
- in a pita wrap with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and olives
- on top of a greek salad with olives, cucumbers, tomatoes, green pepper and feta
Chicken Kofta With Zucchini Over Rice
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground chicken
- 1 medium zucchini grated
- 2 green onions chopped
- 2 tbsp. cilantro chopped
- 2 tbsp. fresh dill chopped
- 1/3 cup fresh mint chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbsp. ginger grated
- 1 tsp. cumin
- 1/2 tsp. turmeric
- 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
- 2 tbsp. tahini
- 2 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. pepper
Instructions
- Grate zucchini, combine with ½ teaspoon salt and let sit 5 minutes.
- Squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
- Mix together zucchini and all ingredients in a large bowl, adding the chicken last.
- Divide the mixture into 12 pieces, then with damp hands, shape into flatter meatballs. (they don’t have to be perfectly round!)
- Heat a grill or grill pan to medium high with oil, then grill for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked through to 165 degrees F.
- Serve with a side of rice, or greens or with a dollop of hummus on top!
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