Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo, a dish that effortlessly marries zesty, herb-infused meatballs with light and refreshing orzo pasta. This Mediterranean-inspired recipe is perfect for any occasion, from a quick weeknight meal to an impressive gathering with friends. Featuring fresh herbs like parsley and dill, alongside the tang of lemon and creamy feta, every bite promises a burst of flavor that will satisfy your cravings. Not only is this dish delicious, but it’s also healthy, made with lean ground chicken and wholesome ingredients. Enjoy a comforting Mediterranean experience that everyone at your table will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ⅓ cup almond flour (or ¼ cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tsp fresh dill (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 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
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, almond flour, parsley, dill, garlic, feta, onion powder, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and olive oil. Mix gently to avoid overworking the meat.
- Form mixture into 1½ – 2-inch meatballs and lightly sprinkle with salt.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear meatballs for 3–4 minutes until golden brown 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; add orzo and cook according to package instructions (8–10 minutes).
- Stir in lemon juice and olive oil into the orzo once cooked.
- Serve the orzo topped with meatballs, crumbled feta cheese, and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (about 90g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg