Description
Juicy, herb-infused chicken meatballs served with a cool, creamy homemade tzatziki sauce for a fresh and flavorful Mediterranean meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup grated cucumber, squeezed dry
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, red onion, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, and egg. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 18-20 minutes, until cooked through and golden.
- Meanwhile, prepare the tzatziki: In a medium bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, dill, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Serve the meatballs warm with the homemade tzatziki sauce on the side.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.