Skillet Lamb Meatballs with Tomato and Feta Sauce

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

Tender lamb meatballs simmered in a savory tomato sauce, finished with crumbled feta and fresh herbs for a rich Greek-inspired dish. This greek-inspired lamb ready in about 45 minutes blends pound ground lamb, small onion, finely grated, garlic cloves, minced into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground lamb
• 1 small onion, finely grated
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 1/2 cups canned crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 pound ground lamb, 1 small finely grated onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/3 cup breadcrumbs, 1 large egg, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
2. Step 2: Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs, about 20 pieces.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides but not fully cooked through. Remove meatballs and set aside.
4. Step 4: Add 1 tbsp olive oil to the same skillet and pour in 1 1/2 cups canned crushed tomatoes. Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Step 5: Return meatballs to the skillet, cover, and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes until meatballs are cooked through and sauce thickens.
6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the top. Cover and cook for 2 more minutes until the cheese softens. Serve warm.