Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo, a perfect dish that brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your dinner table. These succulent meatballs are infused with fresh herbs and spices, offering a burst of flavor with every bite. Paired with zesty lemon orzo, this meal is not only quick and easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser for family gatherings or weeknight dinners. In just 40 minutes, you can whip up this nourishing dish that promises satisfaction and comfort for all.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ⅓ cup almond flour
- 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
- Combine all meatball ingredients in a bowl and form into 1½-2 inch balls.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear meatballs for about 4 minutes on each side until browned. Cover and cook for an additional 6 minutes until fully cooked.
- 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 cooked orzo.
- Serve meatballs over lemon orzo, garnished with feta cheese and parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg