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Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo
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Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo: Irresistibly Tasty Recipe

A delicious and flavorful dish featuring Greek-inspired chicken meatballs served with a zesty lemon orzo, perfect for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, parsley, feta cheese, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into small meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
  5. Meanwhile, cook the orzo according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  6. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the cooked orzo, lemon zest, lemon juice, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
  7. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  8. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve the meatballs over the lemon orzo, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 of recipeCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey for ground chicken if preferred.
  • Adjust the amount of lemon juice to taste for a more or less tangy flavor.
  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and pasta.

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