Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greece with this Greek Meatballs and Orzo Skillet. This easy, one-pan meal combines juicy turkey meatballs and tender orzo pasta, all cooked in a savory blend of herbs, spices, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also deliciously satisfying for the whole family. With minimal cleanup and the option to customize ingredients based on your pantry, you’ll find this hearty recipe a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey or chicken
- 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh leaf parsley
- 3 tablespoons grated onion
- 1 clove garlic (grated or minced)
- Zest of a lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 ounces feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic (grated or minced)
- 1 cup uncooked orzo
- 2 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup diced roasted red peppers
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
- Extra feta cheese for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, panko breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, grated onion, garlic, lemon zest and juice, egg, oregano, coriander, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and form into tablespoon-sized meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown meatballs for 8–10 minutes until evenly cooked. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed and toast garlic with orzo for 1 minute. Add chicken broth and roasted red peppers; bring to a boil.
- Cook orzo for 7–8 minutes until tender. Stir in kalamata olives and fresh herbs, then place meatballs on top and sprinkle with feta before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg