5 from 2 votes
Greek Chicken Meatballs
Tender and aromatic, these Greek Chicken Meatballs are seared to perfection and served with creamy tzatziki. Whether wrapped in pita or enjoyed with a side of Greek lemon rice, they make a satisfying and healthy meal.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings:
4
Calories:
276 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mediterranean, Greek
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 onion grated
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 large egg
- 1½ teaspoons oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup parsley chopped
- 1 lemon zest of
- 2 teaspoons olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Combine the ground chicken, grated onion, minced garlic, egg, oregano, salt, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, and lemon zest in a large mixing bowl.
- Use your hands or a spatula to mix until well combined.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Lightly wet your hands with water to prevent sticking.
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion the meatball mixture out and roll it into uniform meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 tablespoons in size.
- Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Arrange the meatballs in a single layer and sear for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Add more olive oil is needed.
- Serve warm with homemade tzatziki sauce, pita, rice, or a fresh Greek salad.
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Notes
- Let the meatball mixture rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before shaping. This helps the flavors meld together and makes the mixture easier to work with.
- For uniform meatballs that cook evenly, use a cookie scoop to portion them out. This ensures they are all the same size and cook at the same rate.
- To prevent the meat mixture from sticking to your hands, wet them with water or olive oil before rolling the meatballs.
- You can make a double batch and freeze uncooked meatballs on a tray, then transfer them to a freezer bag. When ready to cook, thaw them overnight or cook straight from frozen with a few extra minutes added to the cooking time.
Nutrition Information
Calories
276kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
17g
(6%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
(12%)
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Trans Fat
0.1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
138mg
(46%)
Sodium
770mg
(32%)
Potassium
771mg
(16%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
711IU
(14%)
Vitamin C
27mg
(30%)
Calcium
78mg
(8%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 276
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 276kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 138mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 770mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 771mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 711IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 27mg | 30% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 8% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.