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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!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 173 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Lebanese

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

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  1. 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.
  2. Form the Kafta into an oblong shape about 1 inch in thickness. You can form them on a wooden skewer or without.
  3. 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.
  4. 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 Information

Calories 173kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 98mg (33%) Sodium 362mg (15%) Potassium 642mg (18%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 316IU (6%) Vitamin C 6mg (7%) Calcium 20mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 173

% Daily Value*

Calories 173kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 20g 40%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 98mg 33%
Sodium 362mg 15%
Potassium 642mg 14%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 316IU 6%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 20mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.