Lemon Garlic Chicken Meatballs with Creamy Orzo Recipe
These Lemon Garlic Chicken Meatballs with Creamy Orzo are a delightful and flavorful dish that combines juicy chicken meatballs with a luxurious creamy orzo pasta. The zesty lemon and garlic infuse the meatballs with brightness, while the creamy orzo provides a rich and comforting base.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
For the Creamy Orzo:
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Meatballs: In a large bowl, mix together the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Form into meatballs.
- Cook the Meatballs: Brown the meatballs in olive oil until cooked through, then set aside.
- Make the Creamy Orzo: Sauté garlic, toast orzo, add chicken broth, simmer until tender, then stir in cream and Parmesan.
- Combine and Serve: Add the meatballs back to the skillet with the creamy orzo, simmer briefly, then serve with parsley and lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
Keywords: Lemon Garlic Chicken Meatballs, Creamy Orzo, Chicken Meatball Recipe, Pasta Dish
