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Greek Meatballs and Orzo Skillet

A flavorful one-pan dish featuring tender Greek meatballs served over orzo pasta, infused with Mediterranean spices and fresh herbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main dish
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatballs
  • 1 pound ground beef or lamb
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs preferably whole wheat
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Orzo and Sauce
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup spinach fresh, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives sliced

Method
 

Prepare the Meatballs
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, feta cheese, egg, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Cook the Meatballs
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
Cook the Orzo
  1. In the same skillet, add orzo and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cover. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.
Combine and Serve
  1. Stir in spinach, cherry tomatoes, lemon juice, and olives into the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
  2. Serve the meatballs over the orzo mixture, garnished with extra feta and parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

For added flavor, you can include more herbs or spices according to your preference.

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