Description
A Mediterranean-inspired, keto-friendly dish packed with bold flavors, juicy chicken, and fresh veggies, all cooked in one skillet for minimal cleanup and maximum taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1/2 medium red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup sliced olives
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Place your large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Let it warm up for about 30 seconds.
- Cook the chicken: Add the ground chicken to the skillet and break it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes until it’s golden brown and no longer pink.
- Add the garlic: Toss in the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant—don’t let it burn!
- Add the veggies: Stir in the diced zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the veggies soften and the tomatoes start to burst.
- Season: Sprinkle the oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly over the skillet. Mix well to coat everything in those Mediterranean flavors.
- Add the olives: Stir in the sliced olives and cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Finish with lemon and feta: Remove the skillet from heat and squeeze the lemon juice over the top. Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese for a creamy, salty finish. Serve hot!
Notes
[‘Don’t skip the lemon juice—it brightens up all the flavors.’, ‘Use high-quality olive oil for better flavor.’, ‘Don’t overcook the veggies to maintain texture.’, ‘Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.’, ‘Prep ingredients ahead for smoother cooking.’]
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 16
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
Keywords: Mediterranean, keto, ground chicken, skillet, one-pan, healthy, low-carb, easy dinner