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Greek Meatballs in Lemon Sauce Recipe

Greek Meatballs in Lemon Sauce Recipe

Tender Greek meatballs simmered in a silky lemon sauce for a comforting yet refreshing Mediterranean-style meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground chicken or beef
  • ¼ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tbsp parsley
  • 2 tbsp dill
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1½ cups chicken broth
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Mix meatball ingredients gently
  2. Shape into meatballs
  3. Brown in olive oil and set aside
  4. Temper eggs with warm broth and lemon
  5. Simmer meatballs in sauce until thickened

Notes

Keep heat low when making the sauce for best texture.