Description
Delightful Greek chicken meatballs served over zesty lemon orzo, combining bright flavors and comforting textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and half of the lemon juice. Form the mixture into meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a separate pot, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add the orzo and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and return to the pot.
- Stir in the remaining lemon juice and mix well.
- Serve the meatballs over the lemon orzo.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and spices for an hour before mixing. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken meatballs, lemon orzo, Greek recipe, quick dinner, healthy meal