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Greek Chicken Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce

Savory Greek Chicken Meatballs with Refreshing Tzatziki Sauce

Enjoy these Greek Chicken Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce—a flavorful, healthy dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Using thigh is recommended for juiciness.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Adjust based on chicken moisture.
  • 1 large Egg Can use a flax egg for vegan.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh garlic is best.
  • 0.25 cup Red Onion Finely chopped.
  • 2 tbsp Parsley Fresh, chopped.
  • 1 tbsp Dill Fresh, chopped; can use dried.
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest Freshly grated for best flavor.
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 0.25 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For meatball richness.
For the Tzatziki
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Use dairy-free for vegan.
  • 0.5 medium Cucumber Grated and drained.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 tbsp Chopped Dill More can be added for flavor.
  • pinch Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For flavor and creaminess.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Prepare Meatballs
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, chopped onion, parsley, dill, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined.
  2. Form the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 18-20 minutes.
Prepare Tzatziki
  1. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, chopped dill, and pinch of salt. Stir to combine.
  2. Let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
Serve
  1. Serve warm meatballs with tzatziki sauce for dipping or drizzling.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chill the tzatziki for enhanced flavor and serve these meatballs in pitas or salads for variety.

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