Description
A flavorful Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet featuring tender ground chicken cooked with aromatic spices, fresh vegetables, tangy Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese. This low-carb, quick, and easy skillet meal is perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein & Vegetables
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Spices & Dairy
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Juice of half a lemon
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground chicken and cook until browned, about 6 to 8 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks to ensure even browning.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Stir in the finely chopped onion and minced garlic, continuing to cook until the onion becomes translucent, approximately 2 to 3 minutes, which will enhance the flavor base of the dish.
- Add Bell Pepper and Spices: Incorporate the chopped bell pepper along with dried oregano, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook together for another 3 to 4 minutes to allow the spices to bloom and the pepper to soften slightly.
- Cook Tomatoes and Olives: Mix in the halved cherry tomatoes and sliced Kalamata olives. Cook the mixture until the tomatoes soften, about 5 minutes, which will create a juicy, flavorful component to the skillet.
- Add Feta Cheese: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the top of the skillet. Allow it to melt slightly into the warm mixture before removing the skillet from heat.
- Finish with Parsley and Lemon: Stir in the freshly chopped parsley and the juice from half a lemon, adding brightness and freshness. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve: Serve the Mediterranean keto ground chicken skillet warm, either on its own or over a bed of cauliflower rice for a complete low-carb meal.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add some red pepper flakes along with the other spices.
- This dish can easily be meal-prepped and stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Substitute ground turkey if preferred, though cooking times might vary slightly.
- Serve with a side of steamed or roasted vegetables to add more fiber and nutrients.
- Kalamata olives add a great briny flavor; adjust quantity based on taste preference.
