Greek Chicken Meatballs

Juicy, herb-packed Greek Chicken Meatballs that work perfectly as an appetizer or a hearty meal served over fluffy rice with crisp vegetables and creamy tzatziki sauce. These Greek-inspired ground chicken meatballs are fresh, vibrant, and bursting with delicious flavor, with every bite delivering the perfect balance of savory, bright, and satisfying.

Easy Greek Chicken Meatballs Recipe

These Greek Chicken Meatballs are juicy, tender, and packed with fresh Mediterranean flavor in every bite. Made with vibrant herbs, garlic, lemon, and savory seasonings, they’re perfectly balanced with a bright, zesty finish that keeps you coming back for more.

Serve them as an easy appetizer, tuck them into warm pita bread, or enjoy them over fluffy rice with crisp vegetables and a generous drizzle of creamy tzatziki sauce for a dish the whole family is sure to love. Light yet satisfying, these flavorful meatballs bring the fresh, comforting taste of Greece straight to your table.

Key ingredients you’ll need to make Greek Meatballs: (Scroll down for the full printable recipe card and quantities.)

• Chicken – Two pounds of ground chicken forms the base of the meatball mixture.
• Breadcrumbs – Italian seasoned dry breadcrumbs or panko breadcrumbs adds bulk and texture.
• Cheese – Finely crumbled feta cheese adds a salty bite. Don’t use big chunks or the meatballs won’t hold together.
• Whole Eggs – Large eggs bind the chicken mixture together. lightly beaten
• Garlic – Freshly garlic cloves enhance the flavor.
• Onion – Finely diced red onion adds flavor.
• Fresh Herbs – Fresh parsley and fresh dill.
• Spices – Garlic salt, dried oregano, black pepper, lemon pepper.
• Oil – A little olive oil adds extra moisture and flavor.
• Tzatziki Sauce – Greek yogurt, cucumber, fresh dill, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic salt, onion powder, black pepper.

How to Make Greek Chicken Meatballs Recipe

• Combine Meatball Ingredients – Combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, feta, beaten eggs, red onion, parsley, dill, oregano, garlic salt, black pepper and lemon pepper. Mix until just combined.
• Form into Meatballs – Use a meatball scoop to form into 1-inch balls.
• Cook – Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs, cooking in batches turning occasionally until golden brown and cooked through.  Cook meatballs until fully browned for extra flavor. (Alternatively, bake at 400°F for 18 to 20 minutes on a parchment paper lined sheet pan.)
• Make Tzatziki Sauce – Stir together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic salt, onion powder and black pepper. Stir until smooth and refrigerate until ready to use.
• Garnish – Serve meatballs with picks and tzatziki sauce for dipping.

Kitchen Equipment to Make Greek Meatballs

• Large bowl.
• Measuring cups and measuring spoons.
• Sharp knife and chopping board.
• Meatball scoop, small cookie scoop or tablespoon or teaspoon. A scoop will help with evenly sized meatballs.
• Large skillet or baking sheet pan lined with parchment paper, if baking.

Recipe Variations, Tips and Substitutions

• Chicken – You could make these meatballs with ground turkey, ground lamb, ground pork or ground beef.
• Red Onion – You can use shallots or sweet onion.
• Lemon Pepper – You can use black pepper or crushed red pepper flakes and lemon zest instead.
• Don’t Overmix – Do not overmix the meatball mixture to keep them tender.
• Cucumber – Squeeze excess moisture from cucumber for a thick tzatziki. You can use an English cucumber or classic cucumber with the peel intact.
• Fresh Herbs – You can use fresh mint, fresh chives, fresh basil, or fresh thyme to change the flavor profile. Fresh herbs have the best flavor.
• Greek Yogurt – You could use sour cream in place of Greek yogurt in a pinch.
• Double Batch – This recipe easily doubles for make-ahead entertaining and meal prep. 
• Use an Instant Read Thermometer – To prevent overcooking you can test the centers with an instant read thermometer looking for 165°F internal temperature.
• Serving Options – Serve these Mediterranean chicken meatballs alongside hummus, olives and pita chips. Make it an entree and create Greek bowls filled with veggies rice or orzo, make wraps, a Greek salad, or simply as a fun appetizer with tzatziki or greek yogurt sauce.

Storage and Leftovers

• Leftovers – Store meatballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Store tzatziki separately and give it a good stir prior to serving. It’s best used within 2-3 days.
• Reheating – Reheat meatballs the next day gently in the microwave, in an air fryer basket sprayed with cooking spray, in a skillet over medium heat or a sheet pan under the broiler just until heated through. 
• Freezer – Store Greek Meatballs in a freezer bag frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge and reheat just before serving.

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