Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet with Olives and Feta
If you’re looking for a quick, flavorful, and keto-friendly meal, this Mediterranean Ground Chicken Skillet is a perfect choice! Packed with savory ground chicken, briny Kalamata olives, tangy feta, and fresh veggies, this dish delivers bold flavors while keeping things light and low-carb. With just one skillet and 30 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying meal that’s gluten-free, high in protein, and bursting with Mediterranean goodness. Whether you’re meal prepping or making a weeknight dinner, this dish is a delicious way to stay on track with your keto lifestyle.
Ingredients
Chicken Mixture:
1 lb ground chicken
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ small onion, finely chopped
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp dried thyme
½ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Vegetables & Add-ins:
1 small zucchini, diced
½ red bell pepper, chopped
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
⅓ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
1 tbsp lemon juice
½ tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add onion and garlic, sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
Cook Ground Chicken
Add ground chicken to the skillet.
Season with oregano, thyme, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Cook for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
Add Vegetables
Stir in zucchini, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and sun-dried tomatoes.
Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables soften.
Add Olives & Finishing Touches
Stir in Kalamata olives, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Top with Feta & Serve
Remove from heat and sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley on top.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Serving Suggestions
Serve as is for a low-carb meal
Pair with cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles
Add a side of Greek salad
This Mediterranean keto dish is flavorful, satisfying, and perfect for meal prep. Would you like any substitutions or variations?
Nutrition per Serving:
Calories: ~320 kcal
Protein: ~28g
Fat: ~20g
Carbohydrates: ~6g
Fiber: ~2g
Net Carbs: ~4g
Sugar: ~3g