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greek chicken meatballs with lemon orzo

Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo: 6 Flavorful Secrets


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Flavorful Greek chicken meatballs served with lemon orzo.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, feta, parsley, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Form mixture into meatballs and place on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake meatballs for 20 minutes or until cooked through.
  5. In a pot, bring chicken broth to a boil.
  6. Add orzo and cook according to package instructions.
  7. Stir in lemon juice and zest once orzo is cooked.
  8. Serve meatballs over lemon orzo.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning to your taste.
  • Great with a side of tzatziki sauce.
  • Can substitute ground turkey for chicken.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking and Boiling
  • Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: greek chicken meatballs, lemon orzo, healthy dinner