These juicy, flavorful chicken meatballs are infused with Mediterranean herbs and spices, then paired with creamy, refreshing tzatziki sauce. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or party appetizers.

📝 Introduction

Mediterranean flavors shine in these tender chicken meatballs. Fresh herbs, feta cheese, and garlic give them a bold flavor, while the tzatziki sauce balances with creaminess and tang. Serve with warm pita, salad, or roasted veggies for a complete Mediterranean-inspired meal.

✨ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

🥗 Fresh & Healthy: Lean ground chicken with herbs and veggies.
🧄 Flavor-Packed: Garlic, oregano, and feta infuse every bite.
🌿 Easy & Quick: Ready in under 40 minutes.
🍋 Light & Refreshing: Creamy tzatziki sauce adds a cooling touch.

🥘 Ingredients

For Meatballs:

1 lb (450g) ground chicken
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 large egg
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil

For Tzatziki Sauce:

1 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, feta, onion, garlic, parsley, oregano, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
Form mixture into 16–18 meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake meatballs for 18–20 minutes, or until cooked through and golden.
While meatballs bake, prepare tzatziki sauce: combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Mix well.
Serve meatballs warm with a generous drizzle of tzatziki sauce. Garnish with extra parsley and lemon wedges.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

Serve with warm pita bread and a side Greek salad.
Pair with roasted vegetables or couscous.
Great for meal prep – store meatballs and sauce separately.

💡 Tips & Variations

Substitute ground turkey or beef if desired.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.
Make mini meatballs for appetizers or skewers.