Ingredients
– 1 lb ground chicken
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 large egg
– 1 cup orzo pasta
– 2 cups chicken broth
– Zest and juice of 1 lemon
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
– Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Creating One-Pan Greek Chicken Meatballs and Lemon Orzo is simple. Follow these steps for a delicious meal:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Make the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and the egg. Mix until well combined.
3. Form Meatballs: Roll the mixture into meatballs, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
4. Cook Meatballs: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
5. Prepare the Orzo: In the same skillet, add the orzo, chicken broth, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir to combine.
6. Add Tomatoes: Gently fold in the halved cherry tomatoes.
7. Return Meatballs: Place the browned meatballs back into the skillet, nestling them into the orzo mixture.
8. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and the meatballs are cooked through.
9. Add Feta: Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.
10. Garnish: Top with additional fresh parsley before serving.
By following these steps, you will create a delicious and satisfying meal that everyone will enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g