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High Protein Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo: A Nutritious Delight!

High Protein Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo
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High Protein Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo is a nutritious and delicious dish that combines tender chicken meatballs with zesty lemon-flavored orzo pasta.

  • Author: Dija
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking and Boiling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: High Protein

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
  5. While the meatballs are baking, bring chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan.
  6. Add orzo to the boiling broth and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  7. Once cooked, drain the orzo and return it to the saucepan.
  8. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and olive oil to the orzo, stirring to combine.
  9. Serve the meatballs over the lemon orzo and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider adding chopped spinach or kale to the orzo.
  • These meatballs can be frozen for later use.
  • Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.

Nutrition

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