Toast the pine nuts in a dry pan on medium heat until fragrant, about 5 minutes, then blitz the toasted pine nuts in a food processor with the onion and parsley.
Mix the pine nuts, spices, fresh parsley and ground chicken in a bowl.
Make sure your kofta mixture is thoroughly combined.
Using a 3 tablespoon measure, scoop out your kofta and set aside.
Heat the olive oil on medium high a heavy bottomed pan then add your kofta.
When a crust forms, the kofta will release cleanly to turn, about 5 minutes. Turn the kofta and sear on all sides, about 10 more minutes. If they start to look too crisp, turn the heat down to medium.