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Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet with Olives and Feta

Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet with Olives and Feta Made Easy

A quick 30-minute Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet with Olives and Feta that's rich in flavor and nutrients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Can substitute with turkey or beef
  • 1 small Onion, finely chopped Yellow or red onions work beautifully
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Be careful not to burn
  • 1 Bell Pepper, chopped Any color
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Thyme is a suitable substitute
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Sweet paprika can be used for milder taste
  • 0.5 tsp Ground Cumin Adjust to taste or omit
  • Salt and Pepper Season to taste
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved Adds juiciness
  • 0.33 cup Kalamata Olives, sliced Green olives are a good alternative
  • 0.25 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled Goat cheese is a delicious alternative
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped For garnish
  • 0.5 Juice of Half a Lemon Essential for flavor balance

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 pound of ground chicken, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned.
  2. Add 1 finely chopped small onion and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
  3. Stir in 1 chopped bell pepper, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, and 0.5 teaspoon of ground cumin. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes and 0.33 cup of sliced Kalamata olives. Cook for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
  5. Sprinkle 0.25 cup of crumbled feta cheese over the mixture. Allow it to melt slightly for about 2 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat, stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley and juice of half a lemon. Adjust seasoning if needed, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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