Description
These Mediterranean chicken meatballs are a flavorful and healthy dish that combines lean chicken with Mediterranean herbs, garlic, and feta cheese. Perfect as a main dish or appetizer, they deliver a satisfying taste while staying light and nutritious.
Ingredients
1 lb ground chicken
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup breadcrumbs (preferably whole wheat)
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, feta cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, oregano, parsley, mint, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and set them aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the meatballs to the skillet and cook for 7-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Once cooked, remove the meatballs from the skillet and drain on paper towels.
- Serve the meatballs warm with a side of tzatziki sauce or a fresh Greek salad.
Notes
These meatballs can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
They can also be frozen for up to 3 months and reheated when needed.
For a lower-fat option, you can bake the meatballs at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes instead of frying.
Ground turkey can be used instead of chicken if desired.
Serve with tzatziki, Greek salad, or pita bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Dish
- Method: Skillet, Baking (optional)
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
