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Lemon Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Garlic Orzo

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A delightful dish with bright lemon flavors paired with tender chicken ricotta meatballs and aromatic garlic orzo.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil for cooking
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (for orzo)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (for orzo)
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (for orzo)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Combine the ground chicken, ricotta cheese, egg, breadcrumbs, and Parmesan cheese in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to the mixture.
  4. Form the mixture into meatballs, placing them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Drizzle the meatballs with olive oil and bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
  6. Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  7. Heat remaining olive oil in a pan and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  8. Toss in the cooked orzo, adding red pepper flakes if desired.
  9. Stir in lemon juice and parsley, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  10. Serve the meatballs atop the garlic orzo, garnishing with parsley.

Notes

Ensure ingredients are kept cold when forming meatballs for better texture. Baking instead of frying is recommended.

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