Can I cook chicken kefta on a grill instead of baking?

Yes. Form the ground chicken mixture into patties or kebab shapes and grill over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through.

What's the difference between kefta and kofta?

They are the same dish; kefta and kofta are variant spellings of the same ground meat preparation, popular across Middle Eastern and North African cuisines.

Can I make the roasted garlic sauce ahead of time?

Yes. The roasted garlic mayo can be prepared up to 3 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

How do I know when the chicken kefta is fully cooked?

Cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer, typically 12-15 minutes in a 400°F oven.

Can I freeze raw chicken kefta patties?

Yes. Form the mixture into patties, freeze on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding 5-7 minutes to cooking time.

Sheet Pan Chicken Kefta with Roasted Garlic Sauce

Name: Sheet Pan Chicken Kefta with Roasted Garlic Sauce
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp turmeric; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced; 1 tbsp tomato paste; 1/2 large onion, grated; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 heads garlic; 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for salad); 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 tbsp soy sauce; black pepper, to taste (for sauce); 4-6 large flatbreads or lavash, for serving

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Ingredients

1 lb ground chicken
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp turmeric
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 tbsp tomato paste
1/2 large onion, grated
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
2 heads garlic
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for salad)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp soy sauce
black pepper, to taste (for sauce)
4-6 large flatbreads or lavash, for serving

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Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, turmeric, salt, pepper, minced fresh garlic, tomato paste, grated onion, and chopped parsley.
3
Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
4
Spread the chicken mixture evenly into a rectangular baking dish.
5
Using a knife or spatula, score the mixture into long, log-shaped portions.
6
Drizzle olive oil over the top of the chicken kefta.
7
To prepare the roasted garlic, slice the tops off two heads of garlic. Place them on a piece of aluminum foil, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap tightly into a packet.
8
Place the foil-wrapped garlic in the baking dish alongside the chicken. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
9
While the kefta is baking, prepare the salad. In a separate bowl, combine the sliced red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped fresh parsley. Toss to combine.
10
To make the sauce, add mayonnaise to a small bowl. Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and into the bowl. Add soy sauce and a pinch of black pepper.
11
Whisk the sauce until smooth and creamy.
12
To assemble, spread a generous amount of the roasted garlic sauce onto a piece of flatbread. Top with a few pieces of the baked chicken kefta and a spoonful of the tomato-onion salad.
13
Roll up the wrap and enjoy immediately.