Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with these Greek Chicken Meatballs paired with zesty Lemon Orzo. This dish combines juicy chicken meatballs infused with fresh herbs and bright lemon, creating a deliciously satisfying meal ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. The simplicity of preparation makes it accessible for cooks of all skill levels, while the versatility allows you to enjoy them in wraps, salads, or as a standalone dish. Packed with healthy ingredients and bursting with flavor, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ⅓ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup fresh parsley
- 2 tsp fresh dill
- 3 cloves garlic
- ¼ cup feta cheese
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Olive oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, almond flour, parsley, dill, garlic, feta cheese, and seasonings. Form into 1½–2-inch meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear meatballs for 3–4 minutes until browned on one side. Cover and cook for an additional 5–6 minutes until fully cooked.
- In the same skillet, bring chicken broth to a boil and add orzo. Cook according to package instructions until tender (8–10 minutes).
- Stir in lemon juice and olive oil into cooked orzo.
- Serve the orzo topped with meatballs and garnish with crumbled feta and parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg