Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek chicken meatballs with lemon orzo, a delightful dish that combines juicy chicken meatballs and zesty lemon-infused orzo pasta. This recipe is perfect for family dinners, casual weeknight meals, or entertaining friends. With fresh herbs like parsley and dill, along with the richness of feta cheese, each bite offers a flavorful explosion that is both comforting and satisfying. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this dish is versatile enough to serve as a main course or alongside a crisp salad. Enjoy a healthy meal that’s packed with lean protein and fresh ingredients, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh herbs: parsley and dill
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, garlic, feta, parsley, dill, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and a beaten egg. Mix well and form into small meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry meatballs in batches for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil; add orzo and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and return to the pan.
- Stir in olive oil, lemon zest, juice, Parmesan cheese, parsley; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve meatballs over lemon orzo with optional garnishes like extra parsley or feta cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (100g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg