Mediterranean Keto Skillet with Chicken (Printable Version)

Savory ground chicken with olives, feta, and vegetables in one pan

# What You Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1 lb ground chicken

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium red onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 2 cups baby spinach

→ Flavorings & Spices

07 - 1 tsp dried oregano
08 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
09 - 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
10 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Toppings & Garnishes

11 - 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
12 - 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
13 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
14 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

# How-To Steps:

01 - Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
02 - Add diced onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add ground chicken, breaking apart with spatula. Cook for 5–6 minutes until browned and cooked through.
05 - Mix in red bell pepper and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 3–4 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
06 - Sprinkle in oregano, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine evenly.
07 - Add baby spinach, stirring until wilted, about 1–2 minutes.
08 - Scatter olives and feta over skillet. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 2 minutes to warm cheese and meld flavors.
09 - Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve hot.

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • Everything happens in one pan, which means cleanup is practically nonexistent
  • The briny olives and creamy feta create this incredible flavor explosion that feels fancy but takes zero effort
02 -
  • Dont skip covering the pan at the end, those 2 minutes help the feta get all melty and wonderful
  • Ground chicken can release a lot of liquid, so dont be afraid to turn up the heat slightly if it looks too watery
03 -
  • Use a cast iron skillet if you have one, it gives the chicken this nice crust you cant get anywhere else
  • Let the feta come to room temperature before adding it at the end for the creamiest texture

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