Description
Savory Greek Chicken Meatballs with Zesty Lemon Orzo is a vibrant dish that transports you to the Mediterranean with every bite. Tender, herb-infused chicken meatballs are paired with zesty lemon orzo, creating a delightful balance of flavors. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe combines ease of preparation and fresh ingredients to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400?F (200?C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, parsley, feta cheese, garlic, lemon zest, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- While the meatballs are baking, cook orzo in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Toss cooked orzo with olive oil and additional lemon zest if desired. Serve alongside or beneath the baked meatballs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (210g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg