Description
Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo is a quick and flavorful dish that brings the vibrant tastes of the Mediterranean into your kitchen. These juicy meatballs, made with ground chicken and infused with fresh herbs like parsley and dill, are complemented by tangy feta cheese and zesty lemon. Paired with a light orzo pasta cooked in savory chicken broth, this meal is not only delicious but also offers a healthy option for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. In just about 40 minutes, you can serve a delightful dinner that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- ⅓ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh dill, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, almond flour, parsley, dill, garlic, feta cheese, onion powder, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, and lemon zest until just combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs (about 1½–2 inches in diameter).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the meatballs until golden brown on all sides.
- Add chicken broth to the skillet and bring to a boil. Stir in orzo pasta and simmer until tender.
- Once cooked, add lemon juice and olive oil to the orzo.
- Serve meatballs over orzo with additional feta cheese and parsley for garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Use high-quality ground chicken for better flavor. Fresh herbs enhance the dish significantly; avoid dried when possible. Let meatballs rest after cooking to maintain juiciness.