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Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo: A Juicy Family Delight

Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo
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Delight your family with these juicy Greek chicken meatballs served with a zesty lemon orzo. Perfect for any weeknight dinner!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and egg. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until fully cooked.
  5. Meanwhile, cook the orzo in chicken broth according to package instructions. Drain and return to pot.
  6. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, and parsley to the orzo; stir to combine.
  7. Serve meatballs over lemon orzo.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture.
  • Store excess meatballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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Keywords: Greek, Chicken, Meatballs, Lemon, Orzo

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