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Savory Greek Chicken Meatballs

Savory Greek Chicken Meatballs with Zesty Lemon Orzo Bliss

Enjoy a burst of Mediterranean flavors with Savory Greek Chicken Meatballs and Zesty Lemon Orzo, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken can substitute with ground turkey
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced, fresh preferred
  • 1 medium Red Onion finely chopped, can substitute with shallots
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped, dried parsley can be used
  • 1 tsp Oregano dried; can substitute with Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1 tsp Pepper to taste
  • 1 large Egg can substitute with a flax egg for vegan
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free option
  • 1 medium Lemon zest and juiced, always fresh
For Cooking the Orzo
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil extra virgin for better flavor
For Garnishing
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese optional, for garnish
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Dill optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Large Bowl
  • Pot
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, minced garlic, finely chopped red onion, fresh parsley, dried oregano, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Add the egg and breadcrumbs, mixing gently until just combined.
  2. Using your hands, form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the orzo according to package instructions until al dente.
  5. Return the drained orzo to the pot, adding olive oil, remaining lemon juice, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley. Mix thoroughly.
  6. Serve warm meatballs on a portion of zesty lemon orzo with optional feta cheese and dill garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 23gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For tender meatballs, avoid overmixing. Use fresh herbs for the best flavor and shape meatballs uniformly for consistent cooking.

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