Perfect choice! 🥙 Greek Chicken Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce are juicy, flavorful, and refreshing, combining Mediterranean spices with a creamy yogurt-based dip. Here’s a step-by-step detailed recipe for you:

🥙 Greek Chicken Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce

Yield: 4 servings (about 20–24 small meatballs)
Total Time: ~40 minutes

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📝 Ingredients

A — For the Chicken Meatballs

• 1 lb (450 g) ground chicken
• ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko works best)
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp milk or olive oil (to keep moist)
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ small onion, finely grated or minced
• ½ cup fresh parsley or dill, chopped
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp ground cumin
• ½ tsp ground coriander
• ½ tsp paprika (sweet or smoked)
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1–2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking if pan-fried)

B — For the Tzatziki Sauce

• 1 cup Greek yogurt (thick and plain)
• ½ cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
• 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
• 1 tbsp fresh dill or mint, chopped
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

C — For Serving (Optional)

• Warm pita bread or naan
• Fresh salad (tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce, red onion, olives)
• Lemon wedges

👩‍🍳 Step 1 — Prepare the Meatball Mixture

1. In a large mixing bowl, add ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, milk (or olive oil), garlic, onion, parsley, oregano, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
2. Mix gently with clean hands or a spatula until just combined (don’t overmix, or meatballs may turn tough).
3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 15 minutes (this helps flavors blend and mixture firm up).

👩‍🍳 Step 2 — Shape and Cook Meatballs

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) OR heat a skillet with olive oil on medium.
2. Roll mixture into small balls (about 1–1.5 inches). You should get around 20–24 meatballs.
3. For Baking: Place on a greased baking sheet, bake for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
4. For Pan-Frying: Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook in batches for 8–10 minutes, turning often, until golden brown and fully cooked.

👩‍🍳 Step 3 — Make the Tzatziki Sauce

1. Grate cucumber, squeeze out excess water using a clean towel or cheesecloth.
2. In a bowl, mix yogurt, cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes before serving (best flavor when cold).

👩‍🍳 Step 4 — Assemble & Serve

1. Serve warm chicken meatballs on a platter with a side of tzatziki sauce.
2. Garnish with extra fresh dill or parsley and lemon wedges.
3. Pair with pita bread and a fresh Greek salad for a complete Mediterranean meal.

⭐ Tips & Variations

• For extra juiciness, add ½ cup finely grated zucchini into the meatball mix (just squeeze water out first).
• Swap chicken with ground turkey or lamb for a different flavor profile.
• Add a sprinkle of feta cheese inside the meatball mixture for a rich, tangy twist.
• If serving as a party appetizer, place meatballs on skewers with cucumber slices and cherry tomatoes.

🍋 Juicy, herby chicken meatballs with refreshing garlicky tzatziki — a true Greek comfort meal!

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