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Chicken Greek Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce

Savor Juicy Chicken Greek Meatballs with Creamy Tzatziki Sauce

Delight in Chicken Greek Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce, a vibrant, easy-to-make dinner option that captures the essence of Mediterranean flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound lean ground chicken can be swapped with ground turkey or beef
  • 2 cloves garlic minced, fresh recommended
  • 3 tablespoons parsley chopped, fresh mint is a delightful alternative
  • 1 teaspoon oregano dried Italian seasoning can be a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon salt reduce if using feta cheese
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil any cooking oil is suitable
  • 1 large egg acts as a binder
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs use gluten-free for a healthier option
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese can be omitted or replaced with ricotta
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt dairy-free yogurt for a vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon scallion finely chopped, chives as a substitute
  • 1/2 lime zested and juiced
  • 1/2 medium English cucumber grated, squeeze out moisture
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • grater
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Prepare Meatballs and Tzatziki
  1. Prep Ingredients: Mince garlic, chop parsley, zest and juice lime, grate cucumber. Gather ingredients.
  2. Make Meatball Mixture: Combine ground chicken, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, olive oil, egg, breadcrumbs, and feta in a bowl. Mix until well incorporated.
  3. Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, scallion, lime juice, and squeezed cucumber. Season with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Bake Meatballs: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake meatballs for 15 minutes, flip and bake for another 10 minutes.
  2. Serve: Let meatballs cool for a few minutes, serve warm with Tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 5meatballsCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, let Tzatziki sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving. Store meatballs in an airtight container for up to 3 days, freeze uncooked for up to 3 months.

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