Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo—a vibrant and healthy dish that’s perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. These tender chicken meatballs are infused with fresh herbs and spices, complementing the zesty lemon orzo beautifully. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy recipe is not only quick but also packed with nutrients, ensuring a guilt-free meal that everyone will love. Serve it topped with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley for an extra burst of flavor, making it a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ⅓ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tsp fresh dill (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tbsp onion powder
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp freshly cracked pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, almond flour, chopped parsley, dill, garlic, feta cheese, lemon zest, onion powder, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and form into meatballs (1½-2 inches).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs for 3-4 minutes until browned on all sides. Cover and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes until cooked through.
- In the same skillet, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions (about 8-10 minutes). Stir in lemon juice and olive oil before serving.
- Plate the orzo first and top with meatballs; garnish with crumbled feta and parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg