Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet with Olives and Feta
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this quick and satisfying keto ground chicken skillet. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish combines juicy ground chicken, tangy feta cheese, and briny Kalamata olives for a deliciously rich taste that everyone will love. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it’s both healthy and indulgent without the guilt. With the option to customize it with additional veggies or proteins, each meal can be a fresh new experience. Gather your ingredients and enjoy a delightful culinary journey!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (red or green)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of half a lemon
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground chicken, cooking for 6-8 minutes until browned.
- Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (2-3 minutes).
- Add chopped bell pepper, oregano, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate cherry tomatoes and Kalamata olives, cooking for about 5 minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta over the skillet; let melt slightly.
- Remove from heat; stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice.
- Adjust seasoning if needed, then serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg