Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Juicy Greek Chicken Meatballs with Tzatziki, a dish that perfectly balances savory and refreshing tastes. These tender meatballs, made from ground chicken and infused with fresh herbs like parsley and mint, are paired with a creamy tzatziki sauce that brings a cooling contrast to every bite. In just under an hour, you can whip up this family-friendly meal that’s not only easy to prepare but also perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Serve these scrumptious meatballs alongside pita bread or a crisp salad for a complete Mediterranean experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 egg
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat)
- 1/2 cucumber, grated
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, red onion, garlic, parsley, mint, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Add the egg and mix gently until combined; shape into meatballs (about 20).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook meatballs for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- For tzatziki, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (squeezed dry), garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl; refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
- Serve warm meatballs with chilled tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (90g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg