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Mediterranean cuisine is celebrated for its vibrant flavors, healthy ingredients, and beneficial dietary aspects. At the heart of this delightful gastronomic world lies the Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet with Olives and Feta, a dish that beautifully embodies the essence of the Mediterranean spirit while adhering to keto dietary principles. Rich in lean protein, healthy fats, and an array of nutrient-dense vegetables, this skillet dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome meal that nurtures the body.

Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet with Olives and Feta

This Mediterranean-inspired skillet dish features ground chicken cooked with olives, feta cheese, and fresh vegetables, making it a flavorful and healthy option for a keto diet.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 whole bell pepper red or yellow, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives pitted and sliced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • for garnish fresh parsley chopped

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté diced onion until soft.
  • Add minced garlic and chopped bell pepper, cooking until the bell pepper softens.
  • Increase heat to medium-high and add ground chicken, breaking it up and cooking until browned.
  • Stir in cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to blend flavors.
  • Remove from heat and sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top.
  • Gently toss to mix the feta without breaking it down.
  • Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve directly from the skillet for a rustic presentation.
Keyword feta, ground chicken, healthy, keto, Mediterranean, olives, skillet