Authentic Greek Chicken Meatballs with Zesty Lemon Orzo

Authentic Greek Chicken Meatballs with Zesty Lemon Orzo

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Savor tender chicken meatballs infused with Mediterranean herbs alongside lemony orzo pasta topped with feta cheese for an authentic Greek-inspired dinner.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt
  • pepper

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