Description
These flavorful Greek chicken meatballs are packed with herbs and spices, then pan-fried to perfection. Served over fresh vegetables and rice with a tangy tzatziki sauce, they make a delicious and healthy Mediterranean-inspired meal that’s quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Meatball Ingredients
– 2 pounds ground chicken
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1/2 teaspoon ground oregano
– 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
– 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
– 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
– 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
– 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
– 1 tablespoon olive oil, for frying
For Serving
– Chopped romaine
– Feta cheese, for serving
– Cucumber
– Tomato
– White rice
– Tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a small mixing bowl, add the ground chicken, salt, black pepper, cumin, oregano, red pepper flakes, chopped dill and mint, diced red onion, minced garlic, and lemon zest. Use your hands to thoroughly mix until all ingredients are well combined.
- Form Meatballs: Using a cookie dough scoop or tablespoon, portion out the mixture and shape into uniform meatballs with your hands, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Heat Skillet: Place a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Allow the oil to become hot, shimmering.
- Cook Meatballs: Carefully add the meatballs to the hot skillet in batches if necessary. Cook for approximately 3-4 minutes per side, turning until browned on all sides. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) before removing from heat.
- Serve: Arrange the cooked meatballs over chopped romaine lettuce, and garnish with crumbled feta, sliced cucumber, chopped tomato, rice, and a dollop of tzatziki sauce for a complete Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked to 165°F for food safety.
- If the meat mixture feels too wet, add a small amount of bread crumbs or oats to help bind it.
- For extra flavor, drizzle the meatballs with lemon juice before serving.
- These meatballs can also be baked at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (about 100g)
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
