Description
Experience the delightful flavors of Easy Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo, a quick and satisfying dish that brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your table. This recipe features juicy chicken meatballs infused with aromatic herbs and tangy feta cheese, perfectly paired with refreshing lemon orzo pasta. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a delicious meal that’s ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with family and friends. The customizable nature of this dish allows you to adjust the seasonings to suit your taste, making it a versatile choice for everyone. Serve these tender meatballs over creamy lemon orzo for a complete meal that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup dried orzo
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- Olive oil or butter
- Fresh herbs (oregano, basil, parsley)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, feta cheese, and spices. Mix gently until combined and form into approximately 15 meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook meatballs for about 5-6 minutes until browned on all sides.
- Cover the pan and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- In a separate bowl, mix cooked orzo with lemon zest, juice, melted olive oil or butter, parmesan cheese (if using), and seasonings.
- Serve warm meatballs over lemon orzo.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg