Nutrition Facts

Per serving

Calories from

Protein 23%
Carbs 44%
Fat 33%

Fat High 28 g 43%
Saturated Fat High 10 g 50%
Carbohydrates High 85 g 28%
Fiber High 6 g 24%
Sugar High 14 g 28%
Protein High 43 g 86%
Cholesterol High 159 mg 53%
Sodium High 1,155 mg 48%

% Daily Value is based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Chicken Meatballs With Peppers And Orzo

Name: Chicken Meatballs With Peppers And Orzo
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 pound ground turkey or chicken; 1 egg; 1/2 cup panko; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan; 1/2 teaspoon each garlic powder, onion powder, and kosher salt; 2 large cloves garlic, minced; 1–2 cups sliced peppers (see notes); 1/4 cup capers (optional); one 14-ounce can plain tomato sauce; 1 teaspoon kosher salt (more or less to taste); 8 ounces uncooked orzo; 1/4 cup of something creamy – I used mascarpone, but you could also use cream cheese, goat cheese, cream, or butter; kosher salt, Parmesan, and parsley for finishing

Prep 20m

Cook 45m

Total 1h 5m

This recipe for Chicken Meatballs with Peppers and Orzo combines tender chicken meatballs in a flavorful sauce with garlic, peppers, and capers, served over creamy orzo. With a perfect blend of savory and creamy flavors, this dish is a comforting and satisfying meal for any night of the week.