Description
These flavorful Greek chicken meatballs are packed with fresh herbs and spices, then pan-fried to crispy perfection. Served with fresh vegetables, rice, and creamy tzatziki, they make for a delicious and healthy Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Ingredients
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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
For Serving
- Chopped romaine lettuce
- Feta cheese, crumbled
- Cucumber, sliced
- Tomato, diced
- White rice, cooked
- Tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: Add the ground chicken, salt, black pepper, cumin, oregano, red pepper flakes, dill, mint, red onion, garlic, and lemon zest into a small mixing bowl. Use your hands to thoroughly mix until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Form Meatballs: Use a cookie dough scoop or tablespoon to portion out the mixture, then roll with your hands to form meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Cook Meatballs: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the meatballs in batches, cooking for approximately 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked through, with an internal temperature of 165°F. Adjust cooking time based on batch size.
- Serve: Place the cooked meatballs over chopped romaine lettuce. Top with crumbled feta, sliced cucumber, diced tomato, cooked white rice, and a dollop of tzatziki sauce. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice over the meatballs before serving.
- You can bake the meatballs at 400°F for 20 minutes if preferred over skillet frying.
- Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F for safety.
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor, but dried can be used if fresh is unavailable, adjusting quantities accordingly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
