Description
These Herby Greek Chicken Meatballs are a flavorful and healthy twist on classic meatballs, infused with fresh parsley, dill, mint, and lemon zest. Perfectly cooked in a skillet or baked, they make a delicious main course served with tzatziki, rice, or a Greek salad. They also offer a gluten-free option and freeze well for meal prep.
Ingredients
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Meatball Mixture
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint
- 1/2 cup finely diced red onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (use gluten-free breadcrumbs if preferred)
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Cooking
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, parsley, dill, mint, red onion, garlic, oregano, lemon zest, lemon juice, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until everything is just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat mixture to keep the meatballs tender.
- Form Meatballs: Roll the mixture into one-inch meatballs, aiming for about 20 meatballs total for even cooking.
- Cook in Skillet: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in a single layer without crowding the pan. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, turning carefully to get a golden crust. Continue cooking until the meatballs are cooked through, about 10 to 12 minutes total.
- Alternative Baking Method: Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C). Place the meatballs on a lined baking sheet and bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until fully cooked and golden brown.
- Serve: Serve the meatballs warm with tzatziki sauce, rice, or a fresh Greek salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- For extra moisture, add 2 tablespoons of grated onion to the meatball mixture.
- To make the recipe gluten-free, substitute regular breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- These meatballs freeze well; to reheat, thaw completely and warm in a skillet or oven until heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Greek
