Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo
Discover the vibrant flavors of Greece with this easy-to-make Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this dish features juicy ground chicken meatballs seasoned with fresh herbs and a delightful lemon-infused orzo that complements the savory profile beautifully. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a wholesome, satisfying meal that transports your taste buds straight to the Mediterranean. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, these meatballs are versatile and packed with flavor, making them an instant family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
- Ground chicken
- Garlic cloves
- Fresh parsley
- Dried oregano
- Feta cheese
- Egg
- Breadcrumbs
- Salt
- Pepper
- Orzo pasta
- Vegetable broth
- Lemon juice
- Zest of lemon
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, minced garlic, chopped parsley, crumbled feta, oregano, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, bring vegetable broth to a boil in a saucepan. Add orzo and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Once cooked, drain excess liquid from the orzo and stir in lemon juice, zest, and olive oil.
- Serve meatballs over lemon orzo.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg