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Juicy Baked Greek Chicken Meatballs with Homemade Tzatziki

A stack of golden brown, juicy greek chicken meatballs served with a dollop of creamy tzatziki sauce.
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Make simple, flavorful Greek chicken meatballs baked in the oven. These juicy, gluten-free meatballs use ground chicken, feta, and fresh herbs, pairing perfectly with a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce for a quick Mediterranean dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for baking)
  • For Tzatziki Sauce: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/2 grated cucumber (squeezed dry), 1 clove minced garlic, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon olive oil, pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, feta cheese, parsley, mint, minced garlic, egg, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix.
  3. Roll the mixture into uniform meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. You should get about 18-20 meatballs.
  4. Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and lightly brush them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  5. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the meatballs are golden brown.
  6. While the meatballs bake, prepare the tzatziki sauce. In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, squeezed cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Stir well.
  7. Serve the hot Greek chicken meatballs immediately with the cool, creamy tzatziki sauce.

Notes

  • For a low-carb option, skip serving with orzo and serve these meatballs over a large salad with cucumber and tomato.
  • If you prefer an air fryer method, cook the meatballs at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway through.
  • To make the tzatziki ahead of time, prepare it up to 24 hours in advance; store it covered in the refrigerator.

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Find it online: https://kingscook.com/greek-chicken-meatballs-recipe/