Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo. This easy-to-make dish features tender meatballs paired with zesty orzo, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
- Ground chicken
- Fresh parsley
- Feta cheese
- Garlic cloves
- Lemon zest
- Orzo pasta
- Olive oil
- Red onion
- Cumin and oregano
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, parsley, feta, minced garlic, lemon zest, diced onion, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cook orzo according to package instructions in salted boiling water; drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in cooked orzo and reserved pasta water for creaminess. Add lemon juice and zest; season to taste.
- Serve warm with meatballs on top, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, let the meatball mixture marinate overnight. - Swap oregano for dill for a unique twist. - Pair with tzatziki sauce or a fresh salad for an elevated dining experience.