Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with these Greek-Inspired Chicken Meatball Skewers. A fusion of traditional Greek ingredients and modern flair, this dish brings vibrant flavors and elevates your grilling game.
Greek Flavors with a Twist
Greek cuisine celebrates fresh, bold ingredients like olives, feta, and fragrant herbs. These skewers honor that tradition while adding a creative twist, perfect for summer grilling or indoor entertaining. Each bite offers tender chicken meatballs infused with garlic, oregano, and lemon zest, paired with bell peppers, onions, and cherry tomatoes. The mix of savory, tangy, and sweet flavors captures the essence of Greek cuisine.
Simple, Delicious, and Versatile
Ideal for casual barbecues or Greek-themed dinners, these skewers are easy to prepare and fun to grill. They bring the vibrant taste of the Mediterranean straight to your table.
Inspiration Behind the Recipe
These Greek Inspired Chicken Meatball Skewers were inspired by a trip to Greece, where the fresh, vibrant flavors left a lasting impression. I wanted to recreate that energy in my kitchen, blending savory and tangy flavors with fresh herbs. Chicken meatballs felt like a modern twist on the kebabs I enjoyed abroad.
Grilling season led me to create a dish that works both outdoors and indoors. Garlic, lemon zest, and oregano give the meatballs that bright Mediterranean flavor, while colorful vegetables add visual appeal and texture. These skewers are perfect for casual gatherings or easy weeknight meals.
Serving Suggestions
For an extra layer of flavor, serve the skewers with tzatziki or a drizzle of olive oil. Add grilled pita and a Greek salad for a complete meal that’s quick to prepare but packed with flavor. Whether outdoors or around the dinner table, these skewers will transport you to sunny shores with every bite.
Greek Inspired Chicken Meatball Skewers
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ½ red onion minced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup bread crumbs
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup green olives chopped
- ¼ cup sun dried tomatoes chopped
- ⅓ cup parsley chopped
- ½ red bell pepper chopped
- ½ tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp fennel seeds
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp fennel seeds, and 1 tsp salt.1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp fennel seeds, 1 tsp salt
- In a large bowl, add the 1 lb ground chicken, ½ red onion, 2 cloves garlic, ¼ cup bread crumbs, 1 egg, ¼ cup green olives , ¼ cup sun dried tomatoes, ⅓ cup parsley, ½ red bell pepper, ½ tbsp lemon zest, 1 tbsp worcestershire sauce, and the spice mixture.1 lb ground chicken, ½ red onion, 2 cloves garlic, ¼ cup bread crumbs, 1 egg, ¼ cup green olives , ¼ cup sun dried tomatoes, ⅓ cup parsley, ½ red bell pepper, ½ tbsp lemon zest, 1 tbsp worcestershire sauce
- Combine all of the ingredients with a large spoon or ideally your hands until all of the ingredients are evenly and combined. Especially be sure to make sure the breadcrumbs and eggs are no longer visible and spread throughout the meat in order to prevent certain meatballs from being drier than others.
- Cover the meat with aluminum foil and chill for about 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Roll balls of meat about the size of 2 tablespoons and place at least one inch apart on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- Take the meatballs out of the oven and let them cool on the pan for 15 minutes.
- Place three meatballs on 6 inch skewers and serve with Green Goddess Tzatziki.
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