MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN MEATBALLS RECIPE
These Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs are juicy, herby, and packed with garlic, lemon, and spices. Perfect for meal prep, wraps, or bowls, they bring fresh Mediterranean flavour to your plate in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs or almond flour for low-carb
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or mint
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
Instructions
Mix Meatball Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, herbs, lemon zest, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until well combined.
Shape Meatballs:
- Form into 1-inch meatballs using damp hands. You should get about 20.
Cook Meatballs:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs in batches and cook 7–8 minutes, turning to brown all sides, until cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
Serve:
- Serve warm with tzatziki, over rice, or in pita with veggies.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Store cooked meatballs in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months.
- Variations: Swap chicken with ground turkey or add feta crumbles to the mix.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair with hummus, couscous, or a fresh cucumber-tomato salad.
- Allergy-Friendly: Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.