Greek Chicken Meatballs Tzatziki (Print-Friendly Version)
Tender chicken meatballs served with refreshing tzatziki sauce, ideal for a satisfying and healthy Mediterranean meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken Meatballs
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450 g ground chicken
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60 g breadcrumbs
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25 g grated Parmesan cheese
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15 g fresh parsley, finely chopped
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40 g onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
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0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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1 large egg
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Tzatziki Sauce
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250 g plain Greek yogurt
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0.5 cucumber, grated and well drained
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
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Set the oven to 200°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, onion, minced garlic, oregano, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes (if desired), and the egg until thoroughly combined.
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With dampened hands, form the mixture into meatballs approximately 2.5–4 cm in diameter and arrange them on the prepared tray.
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Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
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While the meatballs are baking, combine Greek yogurt, grated and drained cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate.
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Allow the meatballs to cool briefly before serving with chilled tzatziki sauce.
# Additional Tips:
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Mix crumbled feta into the meatball mixture for a richer flavor profile.
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Serve with warm pita bread, crisp vegetables, and extra tzatziki for a Greek-inspired wrap.