Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo, a delightful dish perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. These succulent meatballs are infused with fresh herbs and spices, offering a savory bite that pairs beautifully with zesty lemon orzo. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile, making it suitable for family meals or Mediterranean-themed gatherings. Enjoy the wholesome goodness packed in each bite while delighting your taste buds with this nutritious and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ⅓ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup fresh parsley
- 2 tsp fresh dill
- 3 cloves garlic
- ¼ cup feta cheese
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ½ tbsp onion powder
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp freshly cracked pepper
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, almond flour, parsley, dill, garlic, feta cheese, and seasonings. Form into meatballs (1½–2 inches).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the meatballs for about 3–4 minutes until browned on all sides. Cover and cook for an additional 5–6 minutes until cooked through.
- In the same skillet, bring chicken broth to a boil and add orzo. Cook according to package instructions until tender (8–10 minutes). Stir in lemon juice and olive oil.
- Serve lemon orzo on plates topped with meatballs, garnished with crumbled feta and parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg