Ingredients
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For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for keto)
- 1 egg white
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
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For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs (or almond flour for keto), egg white, chopped onion, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- While the meatballs bake, prepare the tzatziki sauce by combining Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, olive oil, fresh dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Serve the meatballs with a generous amount of tzatziki sauce on top or on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Keto-Friendly: Substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour for a keto version.
- Herb Variations: Add parsley or mint to the tzatziki sauce for extra freshness.
- Spicy Meatballs: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture for a kick.
- Vegetarian Option: Use chickpeas or lentils instead of ground chicken to make a plant-based meatball.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Mediterranean, Low-Carb
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
