Description
A delightful dish that blends juicy chicken meatballs with bright lemony orzo, perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground Chicken
- 1 large Egg
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 cup Feta Cheese
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley
- 1 tbsp Dried Oregano
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 medium Lemon (zest and juice)
- 1 cup Orzo Pasta
- 2 cups Chicken Broth
- 2 tbsp Butter (optional)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Dill (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, feta cheese, parsley, oregano, minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Combine everything well until blended.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Shape the meat mixture into small balls and fry them in the skillet until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
- In a separate pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the orzo and return it to the pot.
- Add the cooked meatballs to the orzo. If using, add the butter for extra creaminess. Mix well to combine everything, adjusting seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh dill before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, chill the meatball mixture for about 30 minutes before frying. Add red pepper flakes for some heat. Customize herbs to your liking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying, Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg