Description
These Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo are a delightful blend of flavors, combining juicy meatballs with refreshing lemony orzo for a comforting yet vibrant meal.
Ingredients
1 lb ground chicken
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 cloves garlic minced
1 large egg
2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Zest of 1 lemon
1 cup orzo pasta
2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, red onion, garlic, egg, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the meatballs in the oven for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
- While the meatballs are baking, cook the orzo in a pot with broth according to package instructions.
- Once the orzo is cooked, drain any excess broth and stir in olive oil, feta cheese, fresh parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Serve the meatballs on a bed of lemon orzo, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize the meatballs with your favorite herbs or spices. You can also substitute ground turkey for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 3g
Keywords: Greek Chicken Meatballs, Lemon Orzo, Chicken Meatballs, Mediterranean Recipe, Easy Dinner