Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo, a delightful dish that brings Mediterranean charm to your table. These tender chicken meatballs, infused with fresh herbs and creamy feta cheese, are seared to perfection and served over a zesty lemon orzo pasta. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, ensuring satisfying comfort food with a refreshing twist. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it a crowd-pleaser for family and friends alike.
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
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, almond flour, parsley, dill, garlic, feta cheese, onion powder, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, and lemon zest. Mix until just combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs (1½ to 2 inches) and lightly salt them.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear meatballs for 3–4 minutes until browned on all sides. Cover and cook an additional 5–6 minutes until cooked through.
- In the same skillet, bring chicken broth to a boil and add orzo. Cook for 8–10 minutes until tender.
- Stir in lemon juice and olive oil into the cooked orzo. Serve the orzo topped with meatballs and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg