Greek Chicken Meatballs with Tzatziki
Juicy and flavorful Greek chicken meatballs served with a refreshing homemade tzatziki sauce, perfect for a healthy meal or appetizer.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 450 g ground chicken Use lean ground chicken for a healthier choice.
- 40 g breadcrumbs Add more if the mixture is too wet.
- 35 g finely chopped red onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For frying
For the Tzatziki Sauce
- 250 g Greek yogurt
- 0.5 large cucumber, grated and drained Make sure to drain it well to avoid watery tzatziki.
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce
- In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped dill, chopped mint, salt, and black pepper. Stir until mixed well, drizzle with olive oil, and refrigerate until it’s time to serve.
Make the Meatballs
- In a large mixing bowl, add the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, chopped red onion, minced garlic, parsley, dill, oregano, lemon zest, lemon juice, and the beaten egg. Season with salt and black pepper, then mix until everything is fully combined.
- Portion and roll the chicken mixture into small meatballs, approximately 2.5 cm in diameter.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the meatballs in the skillet and cook for 10–12 minutes, turning them regularly, until they are golden brown and cooked all the way through.
- Arrange the cooked meatballs on a serving platter and serve with the tzatziki sauce. Garnish with fresh dill and lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
Serve these meatballs with warm pita bread and a side salad for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For freezing, thaw properly before cooking.