Greek Chicken Meatballs

5 from 1 vote

Tender and aromatic, these Greek Chicken Meatballs are seared to perfection and served with creamy tzatziki. Whether wrapped in pita or enjoyed with a side of Greek lemon rice, they make a satisfying and healthy meal.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean

Servings:

Author: Shadi HasanzadeNemati

Ingredients

1 lb ground chicken
1 onion grated
3 cloves garlic
1 large egg
1½ teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup breadcrumbs
½ cup chopped parsley
1 lemon zest of
2 teaspoons olive oil for cooking

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Instructions

Combine the ground chicken, grated onion, minced garlic, egg, oregano, salt, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, and lemon zest in a large mixing bowl.
Use your hands or a spatula to mix until well combined.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Lightly wet your hands with water to prevent sticking.
Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion the meatball mixture out and roll it into uniform meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 tablespoons in size.
Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Arrange the meatballs in a single layer and sear for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Add more olive oil is needed.
Serve warm with homemade tzatziki sauce, pita, rice, or a fresh Greek salad.

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Notes

Let the meatball mixture rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before shaping. This helps the flavors meld together and makes the mixture easier to work with.
For uniform meatballs that cook evenly, use a cookie scoop to portion them out. This ensures they are all the same size and cook at the same rate.
To prevent the meat mixture from sticking to your hands, wet them with water or olive oil before rolling the meatballs.
You can make a double batch and freeze uncooked meatballs on a tray, then transfer them to a freezer bag. When ready to cook, thaw them overnight or cook straight from frozen with a few extra minutes added to the cooking time.

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