Description
This Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet is a vibrant, low-carb dish packed with flavorful ingredients like ground chicken, olives, cherry tomatoes, and crumbled feta cheese. Perfect for a quick and healthy dinner, it combines aromatic spices and fresh parsley to deliver a delicious Mediterranean-inspired meal that’s both satisfying and keto-friendly.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Others
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- â…“ cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking the chicken and vegetables.
- Cook ground chicken: Add the ground chicken to the skillet and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon to ensure even cooking.
- Sauté onions and garlic: Stir in the finely chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté the mixture until the onions become translucent, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Add spices and bell pepper: Incorporate the chopped bell pepper along with dried oregano, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper; cook for 3-4 minutes until the bell pepper softens.
- Mix in tomatoes and olives: Add the halved cherry tomatoes and sliced Kalamata olives; cook for an additional 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Add feta cheese: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the skillet mixture and allow it to melt slightly to add a creamy texture.
- Finish and garnish: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in fresh parsley for a fresh herbal note before serving warm.
Notes
- To keep the dish keto-friendly, omit any optional sweet ingredients or starchy sides.
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving.
- Substitute ground chicken with ground turkey or lean ground beef if preferred.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh Greek salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
