Description
Embark on a culinary journey with Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo, a delightful dish that combines the savory flavors of tender chicken meatballs with the refreshing zest of lemon-infused orzo. Perfect for family dinners, meal prepping, or special occasions, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors. The combination of fresh herbs and wholesome ingredients makes it a nutritious choice without compromising on taste. Enjoy this dish as a centerpiece at your next gathering or as a comforting weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- Ground chicken
- Breadcrumbs
- Egg
- Minced garlic
- Fresh parsley
- Dried oregano
- Salt
- Pepper
- Orzo pasta
- Chicken broth
- Zest of one lemon
- Juice of one lemon
- Olive oil
- Chopped dill
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, bring chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan. Add orzo and cook until al dente according to package instructions.
- Drain excess liquid from the orzo and stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, and chopped dill.
- Serve meatballs over lemon orzo and garnish with additional herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs with 1/2 cup orzo
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg