Description
Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo is a delightful dish that combines tender, flavorful meatballs with zesty lemon-infused orzo. The aromatic blend of fresh herbs and spices makes this recipe a standout for any occasion, transforming ordinary dinners into festive gatherings. With its vibrant presentation and simplicity, this meal is perfect for impressing family and friends while being easy enough for novice cooks to master.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients: chop parsley, zest lemons, and mince garlic.
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, garlic, parsley, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Form mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté meatballs until browned on all sides (about 8 minutes).
- In a separate pot, bring chicken broth to a boil; add orzo and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Drain excess broth from orzo (leave some moisture) and combine with the sautéed meatballs. Mix well and add more lemon juice if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg