Juicy Greek Chicken Meatballs with Tzatziki
If you’re craving a delicious meal that combines vibrant Mediterranean flavors with comforting warmth, look no further than these Juicy Greek Chicken Meatballs with Tzatziki. Bursting with fresh herbs and spices, these meatballs are perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The accompanying tzatziki sauce adds a refreshing, creamy contrast that elevates the dish to new heights. Versatile enough to serve as an appetizer or main course, these meatballs will impress your family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people. 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 egg
- For the Tzatziki: 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 cucumber (grated), lemon juice, dill
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together ground chicken, breadcrumbs, red onion, garlic, parsley, mint, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Add the egg and combine gently until just mixed—avoid overworking the mixture.
- Shape into 1 to 1.5-inch meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry meatballs in batches until golden brown and cooked through (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- For tzatziki, mix yogurt, grated cucumber (water squeezed out), garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl; chill before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg