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Greek Meatballs and Orzo Skillet

Greek Meatballs and Orzo Skillet
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Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Greek Meatballs and Orzo Skillet, a dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings alike. This one-pan meal combines succulent turkey or chicken meatballs with fluffy orzo, all brought together by zesty lemon, fresh herbs, and tangy feta cheese. In just 40 minutes, you can serve up a wholesome dinner that everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound ground turkey or chicken
  • 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh leaf parsley
  • 3 tablespoons grated onion
  • 1 clove garlic (grated or minced)
  • Zest of a lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 ounces feta cheese (crumbled)
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic (grated or minced)
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo
  • 2 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup diced roasted red peppers
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped kalamata olives
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
  • Extra feta cheese for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare meatballs by mixing ground turkey or chicken with breadcrumbs, grated onion, garlic, lemon zest and juice, egg, and spices in a bowl. Roll into balls.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook meatballs until browned (8-10 minutes). Remove and keep warm.
  3. In the same skillet, toast garlic and uncooked orzo in olive oil for 1 minute. Add chicken broth, roasted red peppers, and lemon juice; bring to a boil.
  4. Cook orzo until tender (7-8 minutes), stirring frequently. Stir in olives and fresh herbs.
  5. Nestle meatballs on top of the orzo mixture and sprinkle with feta before serving.

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