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Greek Chicken Meatballs with Tzatziki Recipe

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These Greek Chicken Meatballs are flavorful and easy to prepare, perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner. Made with ground chicken, fresh herbs, and warm spices, they are pan-fried to a perfect golden brown and served with classic Greek accompaniments like tzatziki, feta, and fresh veggies for a wholesome meal.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 40 meatballs

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground chicken
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

For Frying

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For Serving

  • Chopped romaine lettuce
  • Feta cheese
  • Cucumber
  • Tomato
  • White rice
  • Tzatziki sauce

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a small mixing bowl, add the ground chicken, salt, black pepper, ground cumin, ground oregano, red pepper flakes, chopped dill, chopped mint, diced red onion, minced garlic, and lemon zest. Use your hands to mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
  2. Form Meatballs: Use a cookie dough scoop or tablespoon to scoop portions of the mixture. Shape each portion into a meatball by rolling it gently between your palms, aiming for evenly sized meatballs.
  3. Heat Skillet and Oil: Place a large skillet over medium heat and add one tablespoon of olive oil. Allow the oil to heat up until shimmering but not smoking.
  4. Cook Meatballs: Add the meatballs to the hot skillet, ensuring they are spaced out and not overcrowded. Cook each side for about 3-4 minutes, turning carefully to brown evenly on all sides. Continue cooking until the meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165°F, ensuring they are fully cooked inside. You may need to cook them in batches depending on pan size.
  5. Serve: Arrange the cooked meatballs on a bed of chopped romaine lettuce. Add crumbled feta, sliced cucumber, diced tomato, and a serving of white rice. Generously spoon tzatziki sauce over the top to complement the flavors.

Notes

  • Ensure meatballs are cooked through to 165°F for food safety.
  • You can make the meatballs ahead of time and refrigerate or freeze before cooking.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to control spiciness level.
  • Serve with warm pita bread for a complete meal.
  • Fresh herbs are key to authentic Greek flavor—avoid dried substitutes if possible.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/greek-chicken-meatballs-with-tzatziki-recipe/