Chicken Meatball Pitas with Roasted Red Pepper Whipped Feta: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe for Your Easter Meal
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
– 1 pound ground chicken
– ½ cup breadcrumbs
– 1 egg
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 red bell pepper, roasted
– 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 4 pitas
– Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) for cooking the meatballs.
2. Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, onion powder, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper until well-blended.
3. Form Meatballs: Roll the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet.
4. Bake the Meatballs: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are cooked through and golden brown.
5. Make the Whipped Feta: While the meatballs are baking, blend roasted red pepper, feta cheese, and olive oil in a food processor until creamy and smooth.
6. Warm the Pitas: In the last few minutes of baking, place the pitas in the oven to warm for a few minutes.
7. Assemble the Dish: Once the meatballs are cooked and pitas are warmed, stuff each pita with meatballs and top with roasted red pepper whipped feta.
8. Garnish: Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top for added flavor and color.
9. Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately, allowing guests to enjoy their personalized pitas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g