Description
These Chicken Feta Meatballs with Tzatziki Dip are irresistibly flavorful and easy to prepare. Packed with juicy chicken and tangy feta, they’re perfect for a quick dinner or a delicious appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground chicken
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 grated cucumber, excess moisture squeezed out
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, oregano, mint, garlic powder, breadcrumbs, and feta. Mix well and shape into 24-25 meatballs.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Brown meatballs for 4-5 minutes until golden. Transfer to a baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until cooked through (165°F/74°C).
- Prepare tzatziki by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, mint, and salt. Let sit for 10 minutes.
Notes
Use turkey instead of chicken for a different flavor.
Store cooked meatballs in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
Freeze shaped meatballs on a baking sheet before transferring to a bag for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
