Description
These Greek chicken meatballs with lemon orzo are a delightful blend of flavors that will transport you to the heart of Greece. The juicy meatballs are seasoned with herbs and lemon zest, while the orzo is cooked in a savory broth and finished with tangy feta cheese and fresh parsley.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Meatballs:
- 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
For the Lemon Orzo:
- 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
- Prepare the Chicken Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, red onion, garlic, egg, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon zest. Mix until well combined.
- Form the meat mixture into small meatballs.
- Cook the meatballs: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the meatballs until browned on all sides and cooked through.
- Prepare the Lemon Orzo: In a separate pot, cook orzo in broth according to package instructions. Once cooked, stir in olive oil, feta cheese, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Serve the chicken meatballs over the lemon orzo and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to add additional herbs or spices to the chicken meatballs for extra flavor.
- You can also bake the meatballs in the oven for a healthier alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: Greek chicken meatballs, lemon orzo recipe, Greek cuisine, Mediterranean flavors