Ingredients
– 2 pounds ground chicken
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1/2 teaspoon ground oregano
– 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
– 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
– 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
– 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
– 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
– 1 tablespoon olive oil for frying
– Chopped romaine lettuce for serving
– Feta cheese for serving
– Cucumber for serving
– Tomato for serving
– White rice for serving
– Tzatziki sauce for serving
Instructions
1-Combine all meatball ingredients in a small mixing bowl. Mix by hand until well combined, then use a cookie dough scoop or tablespoon to portion and roll into meatballs.
2-Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Cook meatballs for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked through, making sure they reach an internal temperature of 165°F. If you have a lot, cook in batches to avoid crowding the pan.
3-Serve the meatballs over chopped romaine lettuce with feta cheese, cucumber, tomato, white rice, and tzatziki sauce for a full, flavorful plate.
Last Step:
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🥄 Use a cookie dough scoop for consistent meatball sizes.
💧 Lightly wet your hands before rolling the meatballs to prevent sticking.
🌡️ Always check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure they reach 165°F for safety.
🥶 Double the recipe and freeze half of the uncooked meatballs for quick future meals.
🍳 Try baking the meatballs at 400°F on parchment paper for 15-20 minutes for a healthier cooking method.
🍽️ An air fryer alternative: Cook at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway through for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying (with baking and air fryer alternatives)
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten-Free, High-Protein, Low-Carb Option
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball with sides
- Calories: Approximately 90 calories per meatball (without sides)
- Sugar: Less than 1 gram
- Sodium: Approximately 200 mg per meatball
- Fat: 5 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1 gram
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 2 grams
- Fiber: 0.5 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 55 mg