Chicken Meatball Orzo
Chicken Meatball Orzo is a comforting dish that elevates your weeknight dinners with its tender, flavorful meatballs and fluffy orzo pasta. This recipe combines wholesome ingredients in a savory broth, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Enjoy the delightful blend of flavors and aromas that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 large egg
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix ground chicken, garlic powder, parsley, Parmesan cheese, and egg until fully combined.
- Form small meatballs (about 1 inch) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a boil; add orzo and cook until al dente (about 8 minutes).
- Stir in baked meatballs, diced tomatoes (with juices), and Italian seasoning; gently heat for five minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Substitute turkey for ground chicken if desired. Add spinach or kale for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.