Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo
If you’re craving a taste of the Mediterranean, Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo is the perfect dish to bring warmth and flavor to your table. These delightful meatballs made from lean ground chicken are infused with fresh herbs and zesty lemon, creating a harmonious blend of tastes that everyone will love. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a gathering with family and friends, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress. Plus, it’s packed with wholesome ingredients, making it a nourishing choice for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake meatballs for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, boil vegetable broth in a separate pot. Add orzo and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Once cooked, drain excess liquid and stir in lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper.
- Serve orzo topped with meatballs and garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs with orzo (approximately 260g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg