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Greek Chicken Meatballs

Savory Greek Chicken Meatballs with Creamy Tzatziki Bliss

These Greek Chicken Meatballs are juicy and flavorful, perfectly paired with a creamy tzatziki sauce for a delightful dinner experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Thighs for juiciness or breasts for lighter option.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Ensure the right texture for best results.
  • 1 large Egg Vital binder for meatballs.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Infuses with aromatic flavor.
  • 1 small Red Onion (finely chopped) Adds sweetness and moisture.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped) Brings fresh Mediterranean flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill (chopped) Classic Greek flavor; use oregano as substitute if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Brightens the dish.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Season to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Season to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use extra virgin for gourmet touch.
For the Tzatziki
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Opt for full-fat for creaminess.
  • 1/2 cup Cucumber (grated and drained) Ensure drained to avoid watery sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (for tzatziki) Enhances creaminess.
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped Dill (for tzatziki) Harmonizes with yogurt and cucumber.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Meatball scoop

Method
 

Meatball Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, finely chopped red onion, parsley, dill, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Tzatziki Preparation
  1. In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, chopped dill, and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  2. Chill the tzatziki in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Serving
  1. Serve warm Greek Chicken Meatballs with a generous scoop of tzatziki on the side or drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Mix the meatball ingredients just until combined to avoid tough meatballs. Use chicken thighs for juiciness and let tzatziki rest for enhanced flavor.

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