Description
Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet with Olives and Feta is a delightful dish that seamlessly combines flavor, nutrition, and convenience. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this quick dinner option features juicy ground chicken, briny olives, and tangy feta, all cooked in one skillet for minimal cleanup. Ready in just 30 minutes, this healthy meal is packed with lean protein and colorful veggies, making it an ideal choice for those following a keto diet. Whether served alone or over cauliflower rice, this vibrant dish is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ⅓ cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground chicken and cook until browned (6-8 minutes), breaking apart with a spoon.
- Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (2-3 minutes).
- Add bell pepper, oregano, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook until the bell pepper softens (3-4 minutes).
- Mix in cherry tomatoes and olives; cook for about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle feta cheese over the mixture; allow it to melt slightly.
- Remove from heat; stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg