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Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo Recipe

Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo Recipe
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These Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo are a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines juicy chicken meatballs with a bright and citrusy orzo pasta. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual weekend gathering!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Meatballs:

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
  • ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Lemon Orzo:

  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth (or water, for cooking the orzo)
  • 2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil)
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For Serving:

  • Fresh parsley or dill
  • Crumbled feta cheese
  • Lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare the Greek Chicken Meatballs In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, feta cheese, parsley, oregano, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Form into meatballs and cook in a skillet until golden brown and cooked through.
  2. Step 2: Cook the Lemon Orzo Cook the orzo in chicken broth until tender. Stir in butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, and garlic until well combined.
  3. Step 3: Assemble the Dish Serve the lemon orzo topped with Greek chicken meatballs. Garnish with herbs, feta cheese, and lemon wedges.

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Keywords: Greek, Chicken, Meatballs, Lemon Orzo, Dinner, Easy, Family-Friendly

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