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Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo

Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo: A Flavorful Feast

Discover Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo, a delicious blend of tender meatballs and zesty orzo, perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Substitute with ground turkey if needed
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder
  • 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs Panko can be used for a lighter texture
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Butter is a great alternative
  • 0.33 cup Feta Cheese Try goat cheese for a unique twist
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Cilantro can be used for a different taste
  • 2 tsp Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can be used as a substitute
  • 2 cloves Garlic Garlic powder can substitute if fresh is unavailable
  • 1 lemon Lemon Zest Brightness in every bite
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to preference
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to preference
For the Lemon Orzo
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta Can be swapped for gluten-free pasta or quinoa
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Water can be used in a pinch
  • 2 tbsp Butter Olive oil is a lighter option
  • 1 lemon Juice Fresh juice is preferred
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Dill Optional for garnish

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • saucepan
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Steps to Cook
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, feta, parsley, oregano, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and form meatballs.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. In a saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add orzo, cook according to package instructions for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain.
  4. Stir in butter, lemon juice, remaining lemon zest, and garlic to the cooked orzo. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve the lemon orzo topped with meatballs, garnished with fresh dill and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure meatball mixture is not overmixed. Chill in fridge if sticky before rolling.

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