Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo, a delightful dish that marries tender chicken meatballs infused with fresh herbs and zesty lemon orzo. Perfect for any occasion, from quick weeknight dinners to festive gatherings, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that is both nutritious and satisfying. With just 15 minutes of prep and simple cooking steps, you can enjoy a meal that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Serve these meatballs over a bed of lemon-infused orzo and garnish with crumbled feta and fresh parsley for a burst of Mediterranean flair.
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
- 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, and lemon zest. Mix gently until just combined. Form into 1½–2-inch meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the meatballs for 3–4 minutes until browned on one side. Cover and cook for another 5–6 minutes until cooked through.
- In the same skillet, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 8–10 minutes until tender.
- Stir in lemon juice and olive oil into the cooked orzo.
- Serve the orzo topped with Greek chicken meatballs, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg