🇬🇷 Greek Chicken Meatball Platter with Tzatziki & Flatbread

🍽 Servings: 4 | ⏱ Total Time: ~35 minutes

🧆 INGREDIENTS

🟢 For the Chicken Meatballs:

• 1 lb (450g) ground chicken (or ground turkey)

• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)

• 1 large egg

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/4 cup yellow onion, finely grated or minced

• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped

• 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

• 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)

🟢 For the Tzatziki Sauce:

• 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat for best flavor)

• 1/2 cucumber, grated and moisture squeezed out

• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 small clove garlic, finely grated or minced

• 1–2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped

• Salt, to taste

🟢 For the Platter Assembly:

• 1 large cucumber, sliced

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, whole or halved

• 2–3 pita breads or naan, warmed or grilled

• Fresh dill sprigs, for garnish

• Optional: drizzle of olive oil over tzatziki

🔪 INSTRUCTIONS

1. Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce

1. Grate the cucumber using a box grater, then squeeze out as much liquid as possible using a clean towel or paper towel.

2. In a bowl, combine yogurt, cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, dill, and salt.

3. Stir well, taste, and adjust salt/lemon if needed.

4. Chill in the fridge while you cook the meatballs.

2. Make the Chicken Meatballs

1. In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion, parsley, dill, oregano, salt, and pepper until just combined.

2. Roll into meatballs (~1.5-inch diameter) — you should get about 16–18.

3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

4. Cook meatballs in batches for about 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown and fully cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).

   • Optional: Bake instead at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes.

3. Prepare the Sides

• While meatballs are cooking, slice cucumber and tomatoes.

• Warm your pita bread in a dry pan, oven, or on the grill. Cut into wedges.

4. Assemble the Platter

1. Place tzatziki in a small bowl in the center of a large plate.

2. Arrange meatballs around the dip.

3. Add cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, and pita wedges.

4. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and fresh dill on top of the tzatziki.

✅ TIPS & VARIATIONS

• Make ahead: Meatballs and tzatziki can be made a day in advance.

• Gluten-free: Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and serve with gluten-free bread or lettuce wraps.

• Additions: Add olives, hummus, feta cheese cubes, or pickled onions for variety.

• Vegetarian version: Use falafel or grilled halloumi in place of meatballs.