Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo, a delightful dish that effortlessly combines juicy chicken infused with fresh herbs and zesty orzo. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining friends, this meal is both easy to prepare and satisfying. The light meatballs are complemented by the tangy notes of lemon in the orzo, creating a harmonious blend that everyone will love. Garnish with crumbled feta and fresh parsley for an extra burst of flavor and visual appeal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ⅓ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup fresh parsley
- 2 tsp fresh dill
- 3 cloves garlic
- ¼ cup feta cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, almond flour, parsley, dill, garlic, feta, lemon zest, salt, pepper, onion powder, oregano, and cumin. Mix until just combined and form into meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear meatballs for 3-4 minutes until browned on all sides; cover and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes until cooked through.
- In the same skillet, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add orzo and cook for about 8-10 minutes until tender. Stir in lemon juice and olive oil.
- Serve warm orzo topped with meatballs and garnish with feta and parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg