Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo
Embark on a culinary journey with Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo, a dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Greece right to your kitchen. This recipe features tender chicken meatballs infused with fresh herbs, paired harmoniously with zesty lemon orzo pasta. It’s perfect for family dinners or meal prep, offering a healthy and delicious option that everyone will love. Easy to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients, this delightful meal is sure to become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
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- Ground chicken
- Breadcrumbs
- Garlic (minced)
- Fresh parsley (chopped)
- Dried oregano
- Salt
- Pepper
- Orzo pasta
- Vegetable broth
- Fresh lemon juice
- Zest of one lemon
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, in a pot, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Add orzo and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain if necessary and stir in olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- Serve the meatballs over lemon orzo with additional parsley as garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg