Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo, a delightful Mediterranean-inspired dish perfect for any occasion. Juicy, herbed chicken meatballs paired with zesty lemon orzo create a satisfying yet light meal that will tantalize your taste buds. This easy recipe is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to accommodate various toppings and sides, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or festive gatherings. With fresh ingredients like parsley, dill, and feta cheese, every bite bursts with flavor. Enjoy the ease of meal prep while adding a healthy twist to your weeknight dinners!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ⅓ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup fresh parsley
- ¼ cup feta cheese
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Olive oil
- Fresh dill
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground chicken, almond flour, parsley, feta cheese, and herbs. Mix until well combined. Form into 1½ to 2-inch meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the meatballs for about 3–4 minutes until browned on all sides. Cover and cook for an additional 5–6 minutes until fully cooked.
- In the same skillet, bring chicken broth to a boil and add orzo. Cook for 8–10 minutes until tender.
- Stir in lemon juice and olive oil into the cooked orzo.
- Serve orzo topped with meatballs and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg