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Greek Chicken Meatballs

Savory Greek Chicken Meatballs in Creamy Lemon Sauce

Delight in Greek Chicken Meatballs, deliciously enveloped in a creamy lemon sauce, offering a quick and easy dinner option.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic substitute with garlic powder but adjust quantity
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest use fresh zest for optimal flavor
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley can substitute with dill
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs use regular breadcrumbs if needed
  • 1 small Grated Yellow Onion substitute with shallots for milder flavor
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese can swap with goat cheese
  • 1 large Egg silken tofu can serve as a vegan alternative
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano fresh oregano can be used
  • 1/2 tsp Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp Oil use olive oil for enhanced flavor
For the Lemon Cream Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Butter can substitute with margarine
  • 2 tbsp Flour a gluten-free flour blend can work
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice substitute with vinegar if unavailable
  • 2 large Egg Yolks omit for vegan version
  • 1/8 tsp Nutmeg freshly grated is best
  • 1/2 cup Green Olives use black olives if preferred

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, lemon zest, chopped parsley, panko breadcrumbs, grated onion, crumbled feta cheese, egg, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Gently fold the ground chicken into the meatball mixture, ensuring an even blend without overworking.
  3. Using a cookie scoop or your hands, form the mixture into 24-28 meatballs, ensuring uniform size and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the meatballs for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  5. Transfer the seared meatballs to a plate and set aside.
  6. In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and sauté minced garlic.
  7. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of flour to form a roux and cook until golden.
  8. Slowly pour in 2 cups of chicken broth, whisking to prevent lumps, and thicken the sauce.
  9. Beat together 2 egg yolks, temper with hot sauce, and return to the skillet while stirring.
  10. Season with nutmeg, lemon zest, salt, and pepper, then incorporate green olives and return the meatballs to coat in the sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Serve meatballs with fluffy rice, orzo, or quinoa salad. Customize ingredients based on taste preferences.

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