Irresistibly Juicy Greek Chicken Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Irresistibly Juicy Greek Chicken Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce. This Mediterranean-inspired dish brings a burst of freshness and zest to your table, making it perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. The combination of seasoned ground chicken and creamy Tzatziki sauce creates a truly satisfying meal that appeals to both kids and adults alike. With easy preparation steps and versatile serving options, you’ll find yourself enjoying this recipe again and again.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 medium cucumber (grated and drained)
- Fresh lemon juice
- Dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped onion, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, and egg. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs and bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- While the meatballs are baking, prepare the Tzatziki sauce by whisking together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Once cooked, let the meatballs rest for a few minutes before serving them warm with Tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg