Greek Chicken Meatballs and Potato Bake

Chef Emma brings the Mediterranean to her kitchen with this easy Greek chicken meatball and potato bake—a one-pan comfort meal that’s as simple as it is flavorful. Juicy chicken meatballs nestle among golden potatoes, herbs, and olive oil for a cozy, family-friendly dinner.

The lemon, oregano, and garlic perfume the whole house while everything bakes together—making it perfect for meal prep, weeknights, or festive gatherings.

Greek Chicken Meatballs and Potato Bake

Mediterranean-style chicken meatballs baked with golden potatoes, lemon, olive oil, and herbs—simple, one-pan, and family-friendly.

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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• Meatballs:
• – 1 1/2 lbs ground chicken
• – 1 egg
• – 1/3 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs or panko
• – 2 cloves garlic minced
• – 1/4 cup red onion grated
• – 2 tbsp chopped parsley or mint
• – 1 tbsp lemon zest
• – 1 tbsp fresh oregano or 1 tsp dried
• – 2 oz crumbled feta optional
• – 1 tsp sea salt
• – 1/2 tsp black pepper
• Potatoes:
• – 1 1/2 lbs baby gold potatoes quartered
• – 2 tbsp olive oil
• – 2 tbsp lemon juice
• – 1 tsp dried oregano
• – 1 tsp garlic powder
• – Salt and pepper to taste
• Finish:
• – Lemon wedges fresh dill or parsley, for serving

Equipment

• Sheet pan, mixing bowls, spatula, knife, zester

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). In a bowl, toss potatoes with olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Spread on lined sheet pan; roast 20 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, mix meatball ingredients and form 18–20 balls.
3. Add meatballs among potatoes on pan. Return to oven for 15–18 min, until meatballs are cooked through and potatoes golden.
4. Garnish with fresh herbs, lemon juice, and serve.

Notes

Add bell peppers for more veggies. Use turkey for leaner meatballs. Serve with tzatziki or salad.

Calories: 420 per serving
Protein: 30g per serving

Nutrition Facts

Tips and Variations for Greek Chicken Meatballs and Potato Bake

• Add bell peppers or red onion for more color and nutrients.cravingcalifornia+1​
• Toss in feta, capers, or Kalamata olives for Greek flavor.
• Serve with tzatziki, Greek salad, or pita bread.
• Doubles well for meal prep—leftovers are delicious.

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