Greek Chicken Meatballs
These juicy Greek chicken meatballs are flavored with fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon zest for a quick, healthy weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Non-stick skillet
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ¼ cup red onion, finely minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
- 1 tsp lemon zest from 1 lemon
- ⅓ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled optional
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Combine ground chicken, red onion, garlic, herbs, lemon zest, breadcrumbs, egg, feta, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Mix gently until just combined, then chill mixture for 10 minutes.
- Form mixture into 18 to 20 uniform meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake meatballs at 400°F (200°C) for 18 to 20 minutes or pan fry in a lightly oiled skillet until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve hot with tzatziki sauce, lemon wedges, and a side of fresh salad.
Notes
Feel free to swap herbs or use almond flour for a gluten free version. Freeze cooked meatballs for easy meal prep.