Mediterranean Keto Chicken Skillet Feta (Printable)

Quick, flavorful Mediterranean skillet with ground chicken, olives, tomatoes, and feta. Ideal for a low-carb weeknight meal.

# Components:

→ Protein & Dairy

01 - 1 pound ground chicken
02 - ½ 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 - ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - ½ teaspoon paprika
11 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Oils

13 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

# Directions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick Prep: Ready to eat in just 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.
  • Keto-Friendly: High in protein and healthy fats while keeping net carbs to only 6g per serving.
  • One-Skillet Wonder: Everything cooks together in one pan for maximum flavor and convenience.
  • Mediterranean Staples: Uses classic ingredients like olives, feta, and oregano for an authentic taste.
02 -
  • Seasoning: Be mindful of the salt you add, as Kalamata olives and feta cheese are naturally very salty.
  • Fresh Herbs: Use fresh parsley rather than dried for a brighter, more aromatic finish.
  • Chicken Browning: Let the ground chicken develop a nice brown crust for deeper flavor before adding the vegetables.
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