Chicken Kefta – 40-Minute Recipe
A flavorful and aromatic chicken kefta recipe with a crispy exterior and juicy interior, served with a side of tangy lemon juice and fresh parsley. This dish is perfect for a quick and delicious dinner.
Recipe by Dinners You'll Actually Make· Structured by ReelsMeals
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40 min estimated total time for 4 servings.
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Ingredients
- 1 1/10 lb chicken
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- a pinch salt
- a pinch black pepper
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- 1Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- 4Add the cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
- 5Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- 6Add the lemon juice and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 7Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer the chicken for 10-12 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (165°F).
- 8Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
- 9Serve the chicken hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice.
- 10Optional: serve with your choice of sides, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a salad.
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Start with softened onion
Cook the chopped onion until translucent before adding garlic.
Brief spice bloom
Stir the cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper for 1 minute after the garlic to release aroma.
Rest before serving
Let the cooked chicken rest for 2‑3 minutes after simmering to settle juices.
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- How long does it take to make Delicious Chicken Kefta?
- About 40 minutes in total: 15 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking.
- How many servings does this Delicious Chicken Kefta recipe make?
- This recipe makes 4 servings as written; ingredient quantities on this page can be scaled.
- Where does this Delicious Chicken Kefta recipe come from?
- It was shared by Dinners You'll Actually Make on youtube.com. ReelsMeals structured the original post into this step-by-step card; the original is linked above.