Description
These Herby Greek Chicken Meatballs are a flavorful and healthy dish combining ground chicken with fresh herbs, feta cheese, and garlic. Quickly cooked in a skillet, they make a perfect main course or appetizer served with traditional tzatziki, pita bread, or a Greek salad. This recipe is ideal for those seeking a Mediterranean-inspired meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatball Mixture
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg
For Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, crumbled feta, chopped parsley, dill, mint, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and egg. Use your hands or a spoon to blend until just combined, taking care not to overmix to keep the meatballs tender.
- Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs using your hands or a small scoop, ensuring they are uniform in size for even cooking.
- Heat the Skillet: Place a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil, allowing it to heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- Cook Meatballs: Add the meatballs in a single layer to the skillet, working in batches if necessary so they are not crowded. Cook for 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally to brown all sides and ensure thorough cooking. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the meatballs warm with tzatziki sauce, pita bread, or atop a fresh Greek salad for a delicious and hearty meal.
Notes
- For a lighter option, bake the meatballs at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes instead of frying.
- These meatballs freeze well; reheat in a skillet or oven when ready to enjoy.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Ensure not to overmix the meatball mixture to keep them tender and juicy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
