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greek chicken meatballs orzo

Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemony Orzo


  • Author: Recipe Author
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A one-pan Mediterranean dish combining tender herb-infused chicken meatballs with creamy, lemony orzo pasta. The dish features aromatics like lemon, dill, and oregano, capturing the essence of Greek cuisine with a perfect balance between hearty and refreshing flavors.


Ingredients

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For the Meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground chicken (preferably dark meat)
  • 1 medium shallot, finely diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ⅓ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup finely chopped parsley
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped dill
  • 2 tbsp half-and-half or whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Orzo:

  • 3 ¾ cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 ½ tsp kosher salt
  • 1 ½ cups dried orzo pasta
  • 3 oz crumbled feta
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tbsp chopped dill

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix zest, shallot, egg, garlic, breadcrumbs, herbs, milk, oregano, salt, pepper. Add chicken; mix gently.
  2. Form ~20 meatballs.
  3. Heat olice oil in skillet; brown meatballs 12-15 mins until cooked (165°F). Transfer to plate.
  4. Add broth & salt to skillet; bring to boil. Stir in orzo; cook until nearly al dente.
  5. Off heat, stir in feta, lemon juice, dill.
  6. Return meatballs to pan; cover 1-2 mins to warm through.
  7. Garnish with extra dill; serve hot.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for juicier meatballs.
  • Don’t overmix to avoid tough meatballs.
  • Save some feta to sprinkle on top before serving.
  • Add sautéed spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra veggies.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Greek / Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 485
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 980mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 145mg

Keywords: Greek chicken meatballs, orzo with feta, lemon chicken meatballs, Mediterranean meatballs, one-pan chicken orzo, chicken orzo skillet, easy Greek dinner