Description
Delight in the flavors of the Mediterranean with these Greek Chicken Meatballs served over a bed of zesty Lemon Orzo. This healthy dinner recipe is packed with fresh herbs and bright flavors, making it a perfect choice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Chicken meatballs: Tender
savory
and herby
seasoned with garlic
oregano
and parsley
Lemon orzo: Tangy
fragrant
and bright
cooked in broth with lemon juice and zest
Herbs: Fresh parsley
oregano
and dill add Mediterranean authenticity and freshness
Cheese: Optional feta provides creamy
salty richness that balances the citrus
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine ground chicken, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined, then form into meatballs.
- Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
- While the meatballs are baking, cook the orzo in vegetable or chicken broth following package instructions, adding lemon juice and zest towards the end of cooking.
- Once the orzo is tender, fluff with a fork and stir in fresh herbs. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the Greek chicken meatballs on top of the lemon orzo, garnished with optional crumbled feta cheese and extra herbs.
Notes
Feel free to customize meatball seasoning or add vegetables to the orzo for extra nutrition. This dish can be made ahead and reheated for a quick meal.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dinner
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Greek Chicken Meatballs, Lemon Orzo, Healthy Dinner Recipe, Mediterranean Cuisine, Chicken Meatballs, Italian Dinner