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Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo

Savor Greek Chicken Meatballs with Zesty Lemon Orzo Delight

Enjoy Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo, a quick and delicious dish that delights the palate.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb ground chicken Use ground chicken thighs for more flavor.
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs Plain or seasoned, as per preference.
  • 1 large egg Acts as a binder.
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder Enhances flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning For a touch of herbal flavor.
For the Lemon Orzo
  • 1 cup orzo pasta Cook according to package instructions.
  • 1 lemon zest For fresh citrus flavor.
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice Freshly squeezed preferred.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil Extra virgin recommended.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Oven
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Meatball Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Mix until well combined and form into meatballs.
  4. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until cooked through.
Orzo Preparation
  1. While the meatballs bake, cook orzo according to package instructions.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix cooked orzo with lemon zest, lemon juice, and olive oil.
  3. Toss to combine and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Servicing
  1. Serve the meatballs over a bed of lemon orzo.
  2. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These meatballs can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for quick meals throughout the week.

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