Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greece with these Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo. This delightful dish features tender ground chicken meatballs seasoned with Mediterranean herbs, perfectly paired with zesty lemon orzo pasta. Not only is it quick and easy to prepare, taking just about 30 minutes, but it’s also a nutritious meal that the whole family will love. Ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this recipe allows you to enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean right in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, parsley, oregano, garlic, salt, pepper, and egg until combined.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs (about one inch in diameter).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook meatballs until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a separate pot, bring vegetable broth to a boil; add orzo and cook until al dente.
- Drain excess liquid from the orzo (if necessary), then stir in lemon juice and zest along with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs with 1/2 cup lemon orzo (180g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg