Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet with Olives and Feta
Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet with Olives and Feta is a quick, flavorful dish that brings the essence of the Mediterranean to your table in just 30 minutes. This one-pan meal features juicy ground chicken paired with briny olives and creamy feta cheese, creating a delightful medley of flavors and textures. Perfect for busy weeknights or a relaxed weekend dinner, it’s satisfying on its own or can be served alongside your favorite keto-friendly sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground chicken
- 1 cup green or black olives, pitted and sliced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground chicken and cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it up as it cooks (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Mix in sliced olives and heat through (about 3 minutes).
- Sprinkle crumbled feta on top and gently combine without breaking it too much.
- Serve warm, drizzled with extra olive oil if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Swap olives for sun-dried tomatoes or add spinach for extra greens. For enhanced flavor, let the skillet rest for a few minutes before serving.