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Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo

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Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo is a fresh and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired dish, perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion. This recipe features tender chicken meatballs made with fresh herbs, feta cheese, and a hint of lemon, served with zesty lemon-infused orzo. It’s light, healthy, and quick to make, ideal for meal prep or a comforting family dinner.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Meatballs:

Ground chicken (or ground turkey)

Almond flour (or finely chopped nuts) or breadcrumbs (optional)

Fresh parsley and dill (or dried herbs)

Garlic, minced

Feta cheese, crumbled

Scallion, finely chopped (or red onion, finely chopped)

Dried oregano, ground cumin, and salt

Lemon zest

For the Lemon Orzo:

Orzo pasta (or couscous)

Chicken broth (or vegetable broth)

Fresh lemon juice

Crumbled feta

Olive oil

Instructions

  • Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix the ground chicken, almond flour (or finely chopped nuts), parsley, dill, garlic, feta, finely chopped scallions, oregano, cumin, salt, and lemon zest.

  • Shape Meatballs: Roll the mixture into 1½-2-inch meatballs and place them on a plate.

  • Cook Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in a single layer and sear for 3-4 minutes until browned, then flip and cover. Cook for another 5-6 minutes until fully cooked. Avoid overcooking. Transfer to a plate.

  • Cook the Orzo: In the same skillet, add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add the orzo and cook for 8-10 minutes, until tender. Drain excess broth if needed.

  • Add Lemon, Olive Oil, and Feta: Stir in lemon juice, olive oil, and crumbled feta into the warm orzo, mixing well to create a creamy texture. Adjust seasoning if desired.

  • Serve: Plate the creamy lemon orzo and top with the cooked meatballs. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional feta, if desired.

Notes

  • For a leaner option, substitute ground turkey for chicken.

  • You can swap couscous for orzo for a different texture.

  • For extra flavor, add sautéed vegetables like zucchini or spinach.

  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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