Description
Greek chicken meatballs are a flavorful, tender delight that brings the taste of the Mediterranean to your dinner table. Easy to prepare and versatile, they’re perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients; finely chop parsley and mince garlic.
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, feta, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into one-inch meatballs and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear meatballs for about 5-7 minutes until browned on all sides.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer seared meatballs to a parchment-lined tray and bake for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked.
- Let rest before serving with tzatziki sauce or salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Substitute breadcrumbs with oats for a healthier option. Fresh herbs like dill or mint can add unique flavors. Chill the mixture before shaping to improve handling.