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Quick dinners, Easy dinner Recipes : High-protein, and low-carb swaps that helped me lose 15lbs: These quick & easy low-carb, high-protein meals are exactly what you need! From satisfying dinners to light lunches and energizing breakfasts, this collection is packed with simple, healthy recipes to fuel fat loss, boost energy, and keep you full longer. Clean eating has never been this effortless—perfect for meal prep and busy days!
Recipes:
For the Meatballs
1 lb ground chicken
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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 Orzo with Cranberries
1 cup orzo pasta
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Directions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, ricotta, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and black pepper until combined.
Roll 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, cook orzo according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in dried cranberries, chicken broth, salt, and black pepper. Let simmer for 2 minutes.
Add cooked orzo to the skillet and toss to coat. Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley.
Serve garlic orzo topped with lemon chicken ricotta meatballs. Sprinkle with crumbled feta if desired.
Prep Time: 15 minutes, Cooking Time: 20 minutes, Total Time: 35 minutes, Kcal: 520 per serving, Servings: 4
