Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemony Orzo - Easy Mediterranean Meal - Recipes by Clare

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground chicken (dark meat preferred for more flavor and moisture)
• 1/3 cup almond flour (or 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans)
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons fresh dill, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/2 tablespoon onion powder (or 2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions or red onion)
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano (or fresh oregano)
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus extra for sprinkling
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, for cooking
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 2 cups chicken broth
• Juice of 1 lemon (about 2-3 tablespoons)
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled, for topping
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
• Salt, to taste
• Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)