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Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo: A Tasty Delight!

A delicious recipe for Greek Chicken Meatballs served with lemon-flavored orzo pasta, perfect for a hearty meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • Additional parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, red onion, garlic, egg, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
  5. While the meatballs are baking, bring the chicken broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the orzo and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  6. In the same saucepan, add the olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir to combine, then add the cooked orzo and toss to coat.
  7. Once the meatballs are done, serve them over the lemon orzo and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and additional parsley for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider mixing in some chopped spinach or kalamata olives into the meatball mixture.
  • If you prefer a lighter option, substitute the ground chicken with ground turkey or a plant-based meat alternative.

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