Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo, a dish that transports you to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean. These tender, herb-infused meatballs are perfectly paired with zesty lemon orzo, creating a delightful harmony of taste and aroma. Ideal for family gatherings or intimate dinners, this recipe is not just a meal; it’s a celebration of flavor that will impress your guests and warm your heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 medium red onion, finely diced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, parsley, garlic, red onion, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Form small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) using wet hands and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the meatballs until golden brown on all sides (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, cook orzo pasta in chicken broth until heated through and slightly absorbed.
- Return meatballs to the skillet with orzo and simmer together for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- Serve over the lemony orzo and garnish with crumbled feta and extra parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg