Meatballs with Lentils and Orzo

Notes

Serves 4

Ingredients

  1. can mix meats




  2. divided




Instructions

1. Add the chicken, parmesan, garlic powder, oregano, paprika, and balsamic vinegar to a bowl. Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Mix to combine. Coat your hands with oil, and roll the meat into tablespoon-size balls (will make 15-16 meatballs). 

2.  Heat red braiser skillet to medium-high heat (6). Add olive oil, the meatballs, and sear until browned, about 5 minutes. Then add the tomatoes, butter, garlic, rosemary, and thyme. Let the butter brown for another 2-3 minutes. Remove the garlic.

3. Reduce the heat to medium (5). Stir in the orzo and red lentils. Cook 1 minute, then pour 2 cups broth.

4. Cook, stirring often, adding remaining 2  cups of broth. Adjust heat to maintain simmer. 

5. Stir in milk. Top with feta (optional)