Greek Chicken Meatballs with Homemade Tzatziki is a delicious and healthy twist on traditional meatballs, infused with vibrant Mediterranean flavors. These juicy, tender chicken meatballs are seasoned with herbs like oregano, garlic, and lemon. Paired with creamy tzatziki sauce made from Greek yogurt, cucumber, dill, and garlic, this dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or as an appetizer.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
For the Chicken Meatballs:
1 lb ground chicken
1/3 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Zest of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 egg, lightly beaten
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
1 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Directions
