Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo

Recipe Date: September 1, 2025
Serving Size: 5
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Measurements: Imperial (US)

An easy recipe.  It takes no time to prepare this flavorful Greek inspired dish.  Pair with Floating Balance Fourth Dimension, white wine blend for a quick and delicious meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta, chopped small
  • 1.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp each: basil, onion powder, garlic powder, dill, parsley
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 cup dried orzo (cook orzo according to the package)
  • 1 lemon zested
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp grated parmesan or pecorino
  • 1/2 tsp of each: oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper
  • 1/4 tsp dill

Directions

  1.  In a large bowl, add all the meatball ingredients.  Mix with your hands just until combined.  Form the mixture into 15 meatballs
  2. In a large pan over medium heat, add 1 tbsp olive oil.  Add your meatballs, make sure they have enough room to cook and brown evenly.  Use tongs to continuously flip the meatballs until they are fully browned.  About 5-6 minutes.
  3. Add a lid and cook the meatballs for another 5-6 minutes until fully cooked through.  The internal temperature of the meatball should reach 165 degrees.  Do not over cook as this will dry out the meatballs.  Remove from heat and set aside while you assemble the lemon orzo.
  4. In a large bowl, add all the lemon orzo ingredients:  cooked orzo, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, cheese, and seasonings.  Mix until fully combined.
  5. Serve the cooked meatballs over the warm lemon orzo and enjoy.
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