Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet (Print Version)

Quick one-skillet Mediterranean keto dish with ground chicken, Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, and creamy feta.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Protein & Dairy

01 - 1 pound ground chicken
02 - 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 small yellow onion, diced
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1 cup baby spinach or arugula
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

→ Olives & Seasonings

08 - 0.5 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 0.5 teaspoon paprika
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
12 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Oils

13 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

# How-To Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent.
02 - Add minced garlic and ground chicken to the skillet. Break up the chicken with a spatula and cook for 6 to 7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
03 - Stir in cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until tomatoes begin to soften.
04 - Add baby spinach or arugula to the skillet and cook for 1 to 2 minutes just until wilted.
05 - Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley.
06 - Sprinkle crumbled feta over the top and serve warm directly from the skillet.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Keto-Friendly: With only 6g of carbohydrates per serving, it fits perfectly into a low-carb lifestyle.
  • One-Skillet Cleanup: Everything is cooked in a single pan for minimal mess.
  • Quick Prep: Goes from the stovetop to the table in just 30 minutes.
02 -
  • Brighten the Flavor: Always add the lemon juice and fresh parsley at the very end after removing from heat to preserve their brightness.
  • Tomato Prep: Halving the cherry tomatoes allows them to release their juices quickly, creating a light sauce for the chicken.
  • Allergen Awareness: Double-check olive labels to ensure they are processed in a facility safe for your specific sensitivities.
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