Greek Chicken Meatballs (Print-Friendly Format)
Herb-packed chicken meatballs with classic Greek flavors. Serve with tzatziki, fresh veggies, and rice for a complete meal.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Meatball Mixture
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900 g ground chicken
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1 teaspoon salt
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0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
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0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
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0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
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0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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15 g fresh dill, finely chopped
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15 g fresh mint, finely chopped
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40 g red onion, finely diced
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4 garlic cloves, finely minced
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0.5 teaspoon lemon zest
→ For Frying
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15 ml olive oil
→ For Serving
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chopped romaine lettuce
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feta cheese
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cucumber slices
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diced tomato
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cooked white rice
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tzatziki sauce
# How to Make It:
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Place ground chicken, salt, black pepper, cumin, oregano, red pepper flakes, dill, mint, red onion, garlic, and lemon zest in a large mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly by hand until all components are uniformly incorporated.
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Use a tablespoon or small scoop to portion the mixture, then roll each portion between your hands to form meatballs of equal size.
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Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Arrange meatballs in the pan in batches, ensuring they are not crowded. Sear each meatball for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 74°C.
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Arrange cooked meatballs over a bed of chopped romaine lettuce with feta, cucumber, tomato, white rice, and a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce.
# Additional Information:
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For best results, chill the meatball mixture for 15 minutes before shaping to make handling easier.