Description
Herby Greek Chicken Meatballs are a flavorful and healthy main course made with ground chicken and fresh herbs like parsley, dill, and mint. These tender meatballs are cooked on the stovetop until golden brown and served with tangy lemon wedges and creamy tzatziki sauce, making them a perfect Mediterranean-inspired meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatball Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
To Serve
- Lemon wedges
- Tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the meatball mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, dill, mint, minced garlic, finely chopped red onion, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything until well combined, taking care not to overmix to maintain juicy meatballs.
- Form the meatballs: Shape the mixture into 1½-inch meatballs using your hands or a small scoop to ensure even sizing for consistent cooking.
- Heat the skillet and cook: Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in a single layer, cooking them in batches if your skillet is not large enough to avoid overcrowding.
- Cook until golden and done: Cook the meatballs for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally so they brown evenly on all sides and reach an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
- Serve: Serve the cooked meatballs warm alongside lemon wedges and a side of creamy tzatziki sauce for dipping or drizzling.
Notes
- For a lighter option, bake the meatballs at 400°F for 18–20 minutes instead of frying.
- These meatballs work well for meal prep, sandwiches, wraps, or served over rice or salads.
- Leftover meatballs freeze well for up to 2 months. Reheat thoroughly before serving.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs to make this recipe gluten-free.
