Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet
A quick and delicious dish combining lean ground chicken, olives, and feta cheese, perfect for a healthy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled Can be substituted with dairy-free feta if needed.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Can substitute with garlic powder for a milder flavor.
- 1 tbsp olive oil Used for sautéing.
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients. Chop the onion and mince the garlic ahead of time to streamline the cooking process. Slice the olives and crumble the feta cheese.
Cooking
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once shimmering, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3-5 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Add the ground chicken, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook for about 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and crumbly.
- Stir in the sliced olives, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top of the chicken mixture.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary. Serve hot.
Notes
For added freshness, consider serving with a side of mixed greens or cauliflower rice. Adjust the recipe with seasonal vegetables for variation.