Description
If you’re in search of a quick and delicious meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor, look no further than this Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet with Olives and Feta. This vibrant dish combines juicy ground chicken with tangy feta cheese and briny olives, all cooked together with fresh veggies and aromatic spices. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. Not only is it a feast for the senses, but it’s also healthy and satisfying, making it a go-to recipe in my kitchen. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or hosting friends, this skillet meal is bound to impress—easy to prepare yet bursting with Mediterranean goodness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Juice of half a lemon
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground chicken and cook until browned (about 6-8 minutes).
- Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent (2-3 minutes).
- Add bell pepper, oregano, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook until the pepper softens (3-4 minutes).
- Mix in cherry tomatoes and Kalamata olives; let cook for another 5 minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta on top; allow it to melt slightly into the mixture.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg