Description
🍋🔥 Savor the perfect blend of juicy Greek chicken meatballs and zesty lemon orzo, packed with Mediterranean herbs, creamy feta, and a burst of fresh flavors! 🍽️🌿
🥗💛 A wholesome, protein-rich meal that’s easy to make in one skillet—ideal for busy nights while keeping things deliciously vibrant and nutritious! 🍗✨
Ingredients
Ground chicken
Feta cheese
Oregano
Dill
Garlic
Onion powder
Cumin
Breadcrumbs or almond flour (for gluten-free option)
Egg
Salt
Black pepper
Olive oil
Orzo pasta
Lemon juice
Lemon zest
Spinach (optional)
Chicken broth or water
Parsley (for garnish)
Tzatziki sauce (optional)
Instructions
1. Mix ground chicken with oregano, dill, garlic, onion powder, cumin, feta cheese, and breadcrumbs or almond flour.
2. Form the mixture into small meatballs and set aside.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Sear the meatballs in the skillet until browned on all sides, then remove and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add orzo and toast for a minute, stirring occasionally.
6. Pour in water or broth along with lemon juice and zest.
7. Stir and let the orzo cook until tender, absorbing the liquid.
8. Add the meatballs back into the skillet, nestling them into the orzo.
9. Cover and cook for a few minutes until meatballs are fully cooked through.
10. Stir in fresh spinach and mix until wilted.
11. Drizzle with extra olive oil and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
12. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or dill.
13. Sprinkle extra feta cheese on top if desired.
14. Serve warm with optional tzatziki sauce on the side.
Notes
For extra tenderness, mix a bit of Greek yogurt into the chicken meatball mixture to keep them juicy and flavorful.
Toast the orzo in olive oil for a minute before adding liquid to bring out a nutty depth that complements the lemony brightness.
Finish the dish with a sprinkle of fresh dill and crumbled feta to balance the flavors and add a fresh Mediterranean touch.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared or Baked
- Cuisine: Greek