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Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo

A comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender Greek chicken meatballs served over zesty lemon orzo, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Greek
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground chicken Lean and soft, perfect for making juicy meatballs.
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Regular or panko for added texture.
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese Adds depth and savoriness.
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley Fresh herbs bring burst of flavor and color.
  • 1 large egg Acts as a binder.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor.
  • 1 tsp dried oregano A classic herb in Greek cuisine.
  • 1 tsp salt Simple seasoning.
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper Simple seasoning.

For the Orzo

  • 1 cup orzo pasta Cooks quickly and absorbs flavor.
  • 2 cups chicken broth Enhances taste and richness.
  • 1 lemon juiced and zested Adds brightness and acidity.
  • olive oil for cooking Drizzle for better flavor.

Optional Garnish

  • feta cheese Adds a salty, creamy finish.

Instructions
 

Mixing the Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, egg, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  • Mix until moistened, avoiding overmixing.

Forming the Meatballs

  • Shape the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in size.

Cooking the Meatballs

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the meatballs, cooking until golden brown and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.

Cooking the Orzo

  • In a separate pot, bring chicken broth to a boil.
  • Add orzo and cook according to package instructions until tender, usually around 8-10 minutes.

Finishing the Orzo

  • Drain orzo and return to the pot.
  • Stir in lemon juice and zest.

Serving It Up

  • Serve meatballs over the lemon orzo and crumble feta cheese on top if desired.

Notes

Don’t overmix the meatball mixture to prevent tough meatballs. Frozen meatballs can be cooked straight from the freezer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
Keyword Easy Dinner, Family Meal, Greek Chicken Meatballs, Healthy Recipe, Lemon Orzo
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