One Skillet Greek Meatballs and Lemon Butter Orzo

12 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Make the meatballs: In a bowl, combine ground chicken, shallot, garlic, oregano, paprika, red pepper, salt, and pepper. Roll into balls.
  2. 2Pan-fry the meatballs in a skillet until crispy.
  3. 3Add lemon slices and butter to the skillet; cook until crispy.
  4. 4Add orzo and garlic to the skillet; toast the orzo.
  5. 5Pour in water and let the orzo cook.
  6. 6Add fresh dill and olives; stir.
  7. 7Make the creamy whipped feta: In a food processor, combine feta cheese, greek yogurt, and olive oil; whip until creamy.
  8. 8Serve everything up in a bowl with the feta on the bottom and the orzo on top, then add the meatballs.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 shallot
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp red pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 handful fresh dill
  • 10 olives
  • 4 oz feta cheese
  • 1 cup greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

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