Description
These Chicken Feta Meatballs with Tzatziki Dip are quick, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion. Juicy chicken, tangy feta, and refreshing tzatziki make this dish a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken (or turkey)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup grated cucumber
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp additional fresh mint, chopped
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, egg, oregano, fresh mint, garlic powder, Panko breadcrumbs, feta cheese, and salt. Shape into 24-25 meatballs.
- Preheat oven to 400°F; heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Brown meatballs in the hot oil in batches for 3-4 minutes.
- Transfer meatballs to a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes or until cooked through.
- Prepare tzatziki by mixing yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, mint, and salt in a bowl and let chill for 10 minutes.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Can freeze uncooked meatballs for up to 3 months.
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg