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Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo

Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo: A Fresh Family Feast

Enjoy a delightful dish of Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo, bursting with flavor and healthy goodness, perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken A lean protein
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Traditional or whole wheat
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (parsley, oregano) Chopped
  • 1 small Red Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest Zesty brightness
  • 1 ea Egg For binding
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Lemon Orzo
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta Rice-shaped pasta
  • 2 cups Broth (Vegetable or Chicken) For cooking
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Crumble for serving
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, red onion, garlic, egg, parsley, oregano, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to avoid overworking.
  3. Shape into 1.5-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. In a medium saucepan, bring broth to a boil, add orzo, and cook for 8-10 minutes until tender. Drain and rinse with cool water.
  6. Combine drained orzo with olive oil, feta, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
  7. Serve by plating orzo first and arranging meatballs on top, garnishing with parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These meatballs are versatile and can be served in various ways, including in wraps or sautéed with veggies.

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