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Baked Rosemary Chicken Meatballs with Tomato Orzo Delight!

A delicious and healthy recipe for Baked Rosemary Chicken Meatballs served over a flavorful tomato orzo.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, rosemary, garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and golden brown.
  5. While the meatballs are baking, bring chicken broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add orzo, diced tomatoes, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
  6. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 8-10 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
  7. Once the meatballs are done, serve them over the tomato orzo and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added flavor, try mixing in some chopped spinach or kale into the orzo.
  • If you prefer a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture or serve with a spicy marinara sauce.

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