Description
For the Meatballs
1 lb ground chicken
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
For the Garlic Chickpeas
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon cumin
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, feta, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil.
Bake for 18–20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
While the meatballs bake, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add chickpeas, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and cook for 5 minutes until warmed through.
Serve the garlic chickpeas with lemon chicken feta meatballs on top. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Prep Time: 15 minutes, Cooking Time: 20 minutes, Total Time: 35 minutes, Kcal: 480 per serving, Servings: 4
