Greek Chicken Meatballs
Greek chicken meatballs are an easy but flavorful meal the whole family will love! Tender meatballs made from ground chicken are flavored with spices, dill, mint, red onion and lemon zest before being cooked to perfection.
These Greek chicken meatballs are an easy, flexible dinner that works beautifully for busy weeknights.
Meatballs are one of those foods that tend to feel safe and familiar, which is exactly why they’re such a great place to introduce new flavors. This version uses ground chicken and gentle Mediterranean-inspired ingredients like lemon, herbs, and red onion to create something flavorful without feeling overwhelming.
They’re tender, easy to cook, and simple to serve in lots of different ways, which makes them a great option for families with different ages and preferences at the table.
Why this recipe works for real life:
This is the kind of meal that adapts easily to whatever kind of evening you’re having.
- Familiar shape and texture that kids recognize
- Flavorful but not spicy
- Flexible cooking options (stovetop or oven)
- Easy to pair with simple sides
They’re just as good for a sit-down dinner as they are for a casual, build-your-own kind of meal.
How to make Greek meatballs with ground chicken
This recipe is really simple to follow. For the full set of directions, make sure you scroll down to the recipe card below.
- Gently mix all the ingredients together in a bowl until just combined
- Form into evenly sized meatballs (about 16–18 total)
- Cook until golden and cooked through, either on the stovetop or in the oven
- Avoid over-mixing to keep the meatballs tender.
Cooking Options
You can cook these meatballs in whichever way fits your night best.
Stovetop:
- Heat a skillet over medium heat with a little oil
- Cook the meatballs in batches, turning gently until browned and cooked through
Oven:
- Place the meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet
- Bake at 400°F until cooked through and lightly golden
Both methods work well, just choose whichever feels easiest.
Serving these to your family
These meatballs are perfect for a busy weeknight! Here are some great ways to serve them:
- Serve with homemade tzatziki sauce for dipping.
- Serve beside a mediterranean chickpea salad or couscous for a light meal.
- Serve with sourdough pita bread, rice, or roasted vegetables.
For younger kids, serving the meatballs plain with sauce on the side often works well.
Storing and Reheating
Leftover meatballs keep well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
They reheat nicely in the microwave or air fryer, making them a great option for leftovers or light meal prep.
This recipe is a great reminder that exploring new flavors doesn’t have to mean starting from scratch. Using familiar foods — like meatballs — can make variety feel approachable and stress-free.
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Greek Chicken Meatballs
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 400F.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl mix together the ingredients for the meatballs.
- Form the mixture into about 1" balls and place evenly spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until done.
- Enjoy with tzatziki sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
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These meatballs were heavenly. So delicious. I couldn’t get enough. Thanks for the recipe
This was incredibly good! I love this combination of spices. Will definitely make this again!
Yummy!
Oh, Jenni, these Greek meatballs look amazing! I could eat that sauce with a spoon, and putting it on perfectly herbed and spiced meatballs is brilliant! I feel like breaking a plate 🙂 Love to you and the little bun 🙂 xo
Awww, Ladybug. 🙂 I do like my helping of starch to soak up a sauce, but I think I might just survive without it if I was served these beautiful meatballs. Actually, I really love how fresh and light the whole meal looks and the flavours sound so good. Zesty herby cheese sauce? COUNT ME IN!
Love this recipe 😋! I used organic ground chicken breast and didn’t have fresh dill, so used the dried. I served it with Flavorful Greek Lemon Rice and a green salad. It was delish! Thank you.
Yum, what a great idea for these meatballs! I bet they would be good tucked into a pita wrap – Ladybug is obviously on to something 😉
Mint is a wonderful addition to the mix, and I love the idea of serving meatballs over greens instead of pasta. As always, your photos are terrific.
Hey, ladybug does have a point… but those meatballs look good enough to eat without anything to soak them up, so I'd say everyone wound up happy 🙂 I love the flavors you used, and the sauce sounds so yummy. Thank you for being you and for joining in 🙂
This challenge was a fun reminder of how versatile meatballs can be.
Your Greek version sound perfect for summer!