Chicken Meatball Orzo
Chicken Meatball Orzo is a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken meatballs with fluffy orzo pasta in a rich, savory broth. This comforting meal is perfect for chilly evenings and is both satisfying and easy to prepare. With its delightful flavors and the option to customize based on your pantry staples, this recipe has quickly become a family favorite for dinners and gatherings alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground chicken
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp dried basil
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, dried basil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into meatballs about one inch in diameter and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until the meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Meanwhile, bring chicken broth to a boil in a pot. Add orzo and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about 8 minutes).
- Drain any excess broth from the orzo (reserve some if desired). Gently stir in the baked meatballs.
- Serve hot with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For extra nutrition, consider adding vegetables like spinach or zucchini. - You can swap out lean ground chicken for turkey if preferred.