Greek Chicken Lemon Orzo (Printable Version)
Juicy Greek-style chicken meatballs served over lemony orzo, finished with parsley and feta for bright Mediterranean flavor.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken Meatballs
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450 g ground chicken (white or dark meat)
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35 g almond flour or 30 g finely chopped walnuts or pecans
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15 g fresh parsley, finely chopped
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2 teaspoons fresh dill, chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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35 g feta cheese, crumbled
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0.5 tablespoon onion powder or 15 g finely chopped scallion or red onion
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2 teaspoons dried or fresh oregano, chopped
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
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Zest of 1 lemon
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
→ Lemon Orzo
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200 g orzo pasta
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480 ml chicken broth
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Juice of 1 lemon
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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35 g feta cheese, crumbled
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Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
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Salt, to taste
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, almond flour or chopped nuts, parsley, dill, minced garlic, crumbled feta, onion powder or finely chopped onion, oregano, cumin, salt, black pepper, lemon zest, and olive oil. Mix thoroughly using a spatula or clean hands.
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Form mixture into evenly sized meatballs, approximately 4 cm in diameter. Lightly salt the exterior before searing.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and sear for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Cover and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes until cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add the orzo pasta and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
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Stir lemon juice and olive oil into the cooked orzo. Adjust seasoning with salt as needed.
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Serve lemon orzo topped with chicken meatballs and crumbled feta. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
# Additional Notes:
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For optimal flavor, zest the lemon before juicing to capture all aromatic oils.
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Taste and adjust lemon juice in the orzo to suit your preference.
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Tzatziki sauce complements the dish with a cool, creamy touch.