Description
Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo are a delightful fusion of tender, spiced chicken meatballs served over zesty lemon orzo. This quick and easy recipe brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to your dining table, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Enjoy the harmony of healthful ingredients packed with flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, minced garlic, chopped parsley, panko breadcrumbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, cook orzo in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain and return to pot.
- Stir in chicken broth and lemon juice into the orzo, then serve topped with baked meatballs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Use fresh herbs for enhanced flavor; avoid dried varieties where possible. For richness, consider adding crumbled feta cheese to the meatball mixture. Experiment with vegetable broth instead of water when cooking orzo for extra flavor.