Enjoy quick and flavorful Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs! These easy meatballs, made with juicy ground chicken, herbs, and spices, are perfect for a healthy dinner or meal prep. For a delicious Mediterranean feast, serve it with tzatziki, pita, or a fresh salad!
Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs
This is one of those meals that are easy to make, affordable, and convenient for meal prep. Therefore, I always make them on repeat. These Mediterranean chicken meatballs are also freezable, so I make a huge batch and freeze them to eat when I don’t have enough time to make meals after work. These meatballs are tasty and packed with spices that are always a staple in every household. I will share with you why you will them.
Why You’ll Love These Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs Meatballs
- Healthy & Lean – Made with ground chicken, these meatballs are lighter than their beef counterparts.
- Packed with Flavor – A blend of garlic, cumin, parsley, and feta cheese creates an irresistible taste.
- Versatile – Serve them as an appetizer, in a wrap, or with a grain bowl.
- Easy to Make – Minimal ingredients and simple steps make this recipe beginner-friendly.
Ingredients
These meatballs use only staple ingredients commonly found in household pantries. I used my homemade chicken seasoning, but you can season these however you like. I also use almond flour to lower the carbohydrate content, but you can replace it with Italian breadcrumbs.
- Ground Chicken
- Almond Flour or Italian Bread Crumbs
- Yogurt
- Chopped Red Onions
- Italian Seasoning
- Homemade Chicken Seasoning
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatball Mixture
- Place ground chicken in a large bowl. Add the ingredients and mix well.
- Use your hands or a small scoop to form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Cook the Meatballs
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add meatballs in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C).
- Alternatively, you can bake them at 400°F (200°C) for 18-20 minutes.
Serve & Enjoy
- For an authentic Mediterranean experience, serve the meatballs with tzatziki sauce, warm pita bread, or overconscous. For added freshness, garnish with extra parsley and a squeeze of lemon.
Make-Ahead & Storage Tips
- Make Ahead: Prepare the meatball mixture a day before and store it in the refrigerator.
- Freezing: Cooked meatballs can be frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in an oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.
- Leftovers: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
These Mediterranean chicken meatballs are an easy, healthy, and delicious way to enjoy bold flavors. Whether you’re making them for meal prep, a family dinner, or entertaining guests, they’re guaranteed to impress. Try this recipe and bring a Mediterranean twist to your table!
Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs recipe
Equipment
- 1 medium-sized bowl
- Oven if baking
- Frying Pan if cooking stove-top
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Chicken
- 1/3 cup Almond Flour You can replace it with Italian Bread Crumbs
- 1 tbsp Plain Yogurt
- 1/4 cup Chopped Red Onions
- 2 tsp Italian Seasoning
- 1 tbsp Homemade Chicken Seasoning
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
- Place ground chicken in a large bowl. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well.
- Shape the chicken mixture into a one-inch ball.
Cook the Meatballs
- Stovetop Method: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C).
- Oven Method: Spray baking sheet with nonstick oil. Line the meatballs half-inch apart. Preheat oven to 350°F and bake meatballs on a for 8-12 minutes.
How to Store
- Spray the baking sheet with a nonstick oil. Shape the meatballs to one-inch ball sizes and line them on a baking sheet. Freeze. When they are frozen, remove them and store them in a ziplock.
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