Greek Chicken Meatballs Tzatziki (Print Version)
Tender chicken meatballs with herby flavors served alongside creamy, refreshing homemade Tzatziki sauce.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken Meatballs
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450 g ground chicken
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40 g breadcrumbs
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35 g finely chopped red onion
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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Zest of 1 lemon
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1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1 egg, lightly beaten
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Tzatziki
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250 g Greek yogurt
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0.5 cucumber, grated and drained
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
# Instructions:
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Combine the Greek yogurt, grated and drained cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped dill, chopped mint, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Stir until thoroughly mixed, drizzle with olive oil, and refrigerate until serving.
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In a large mixing bowl, add 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 fully incorporated.
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Portion and roll the chicken mixture into small meatballs, approximately 2.5 cm in diameter.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Arrange the meatballs in the skillet and cook for 10–12 minutes, turning regularly, until golden brown and cooked through.
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Arrange meatballs on a serving platter and accompany with chilled tzatziki sauce. Garnish with fresh dill and lemon wedges. Serve alongside warm pita bread or a fresh Greek salad, if desired.
# Notes:
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For best flavor, allow the tzatziki to chill for at least 30 minutes to let the herbs infuse.