Description
Savory Greek Chicken Meatballs with Zesty Lemon Orzo is a delightful dish that transports your taste buds to the Mediterranean. Juicy ground chicken meatballs, infused with fresh herbs and creamy feta, are served over zesty lemon orzo, making it a perfect choice for family dinners or gatherings. This easy-to-follow recipe combines vibrant flavors and comforting textures, ensuring a satisfying meal for everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix ground chicken, garlic, parsley, feta, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf-sized meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cook orzo in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Drain orzo and stir in lemon juice and zest while warm.
- Serve meatballs over zesty lemon orzo, garnished with parsley and drizzled with olive oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg