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 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, including 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, and 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly using your hands until well incorporated for even flavor.
2-Portion the mixture using a cookie dough scoop or tablespoon and roll each portion into a meatball shape to keep them uniform and easy to cook.
3-Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the meatballs in batches to avoid crowding the pan.
4-Cook the meatballs for 3-4 minutes per side until theyβre browned all over and the internal temperature reaches 165Β°F (74Β°C) for safe eating.
5-Serve the cooked meatballs over a bed of chopped romaine, along with feta cheese, cucumber, tomato, white rice, and tzatziki sauce for a complete meal.
Last Step:
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π΄ Use a cookie dough scoop for consistent meatball sizes.
π§ Lightly wet your hands before rolling to prevent sticking.
π‘οΈ Use a meat thermometer to ensure meatballs reach 165Β°F (74Β°C) for safety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-5 meatballs with sides
