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Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo: A Flavorful Delight!

A delicious recipe for Greek Chicken Meatballs served with a zesty lemon orzo, perfect for a flavorful meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, red onion, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and egg. Mix until well combined.
  2. Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
  3. Form the chicken mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Carefully place them in the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the lemon orzo. In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add orzo and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Drain the orzo and return it to the saucepan. Stir in olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve the meatballs over a bed of lemon orzo and garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For added flavor, incorporate crumbled feta cheese into the meatball mixture.
  • Substitute quinoa for orzo for a gluten-free option while maintaining a delicious flavor profile.

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