Chicken Kafta
Traditional Lebanese Chicken Kafta is so quick and easy to make with simple ingredients. Serve alongside rice, salad or in a pita with some garlic sauce!
Servings 4 servings
Calories 173kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- ¼ cup parsley finely chopped
- ½ small yellow onion finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove pressed
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place the ground chicken, parsley, onions, garlic and spices all in a large bowl. Use your hands to combine until the mixture is well blended. It will feel a little sticky, but that's fine.
- Form the Kafta into an oblong shape about 1 inch in thickness. You can form them on a wooden skewer or without.
- Grease the grates of a gas grill or indoor grill pan, and preheat it to medium high heat. When heated through, transfer the kafta to the grill. Grill for 4-5 minutes per side, until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Serve hot off the grill with your choice of side.
Notes
Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last about 3-4 days in the fridge.
Make Ahead: You can make the kafta or patties ahead of time and freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to grill them, thaw in the fridge overnight or for at least 6-8 hours.
Nutrition
Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 362mg | Potassium: 642mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 316IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg