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Greek Chicken Meatballs (Keftedes) served on a plate

Greek Chicken Meatballs (Keftedes)

Juicy Mediterranean-style Greek chicken meatballs with feta, herbs, and lemon. 35 grams protein per serving.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 3 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 lemon zested
  • 3 tbsp olive oil for cooking

Method
 

  1. Combine ground chicken, feta, panko, egg, yogurt, garlic, onion, parsley, dill, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon zest in a bowl. Mix with a fork until just combined.
  2. Scoop 2 tablespoons per meatball and roll into balls. Chill 10 minutes in the fridge.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium. Sear meatballs 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden on all sides.
  4. Cover the pan for the last 2 minutes to cook through. Internal temp should hit 165F.
  5. Rest 3 minutes. Serve with tzatziki, fresh herbs, and lemon.

Notes

Chill the meatballs before cooking so they hold shape. Do not overmix. Cover the pan for the last 2 minutes to lock in juices.