Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo
Embark on a culinary journey with Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo. This delightful dish is perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to meal prep. Tender chicken meatballs are infused with vibrant herbs and paired with zesty lemon orzo, creating a flavor explosion that transports your taste buds to the Mediterranean. Quick to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients, this recipe is both delicious and versatile, making it a favorite for both kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves four
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and egg. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, bring chicken broth to a boil in a pot. Add orzo and cook according to package instructions until al dente; drain if necessary.
- Stir in lemon zest, juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper into the cooked orzo before serving alongside meatballs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg