The Art of Perfect Mediterranean Chicken Skillet

Perfect Chicken Preparation

Begin by selecting ideal ground chicken and browning it properly to ensure crumbly texture and optimal Mediterranean flavor.

Olive Integration Mastery

Adding briny olives at proper timing ensures perfect texture that complements chicken beautifully without overcooking.

Vegetable Sautéing Technique

Proper sautéing creates tender vegetables with concentrated flavor and perfect texture for skillet base.

Mediterranean Seasoning Creation

Careful blending creates aromatic mixture with authentic Greek notes that enhances all skillet components.

Strategic Assembly

Proper layering and timing transforms simple ingredients into gourmet skillet perfect for any meal.

Expert Tips for Perfect Mediterranean Chicken Skillet

Chicken Selection: Use 85/15 ground chicken for best texture - leaner ratios will become too dry and crumbly.

Olive Patience: Don't add olives too early - they can become mushy if overcooked during long simmering.

Skillet Quality: Use cast iron or heavy-bottomed pan that distributes heat evenly without hot spots.

Temperature Control: Medium heat prevents burning while ensuring proper cooking and flavor development throughout.

Assembly Order: Add feta at end to prevent over-melting and maintain creamy texture contrast.

Serving Tip: Skillet tastes best when served immediately while cheese is warm and chicken is hot.

Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet with Olives and Feta: A Savory Masterpiece

Name: Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet with Olives and Feta: A Savory Masterpiece
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground chicken; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 large onion, diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved; 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz); 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled; 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped; For Mediterranean Seasoning:; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; Pinch of salt; Optional additions: fresh spinach leaves; artichoke hearts; fresh herbs

The most incredible keto ground chicken skillet you'll ever make - perfectly seasoned ground chicken with Mediterranean olives and topped with rich feta cheese for the ultimate comfort skillet that captures the essence of smoky, savory perfection and gourmet flavor.

Prep Time

30 Minutes

Cook Time

35 Minutes

Total Time

65 Minutes

Chef

JUE

Ingredients

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2 lbs ground chicken

1/4 cup olive oil

1 large onion, diced

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved

1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)

2 teaspoons dried oregano

1 teaspoon dried basil

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

8 oz feta cheese, crumbled

1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

For Mediterranean Seasoning:

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon lemon juice

2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

1 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Pinch of salt

Optional additions: fresh spinach leaves

artichoke hearts

fresh herbs

Instructions

Heat large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil coating.

Add diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent throughout.

Add minced garlic and bell pepper, cooking for additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Add ground chicken to skillet, breaking up with spoon into small crumbles.

Cook chicken for 8-10 minutes until browned and cooked through completely with no pink.

Stir in diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper for flavor development.

Add kalamata olives and sun-dried tomatoes, mixing everything together evenly.

Simmer mixture for 15-20 minutes until liquid reduces and flavors meld beautifully.

Meanwhile, prepare Mediterranean seasoning by whisking all seasoning ingredients together.

Drizzle seasoning mixture over chicken and stir to coat everything evenly.

Top skillet with crumbled feta cheese, covering surface generously for richness.

Cover and cook for 5 more minutes until feta softens and chicken is perfectly seasoned!

Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet with Olives and Feta: A Savory Masterpiece

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The Art of Perfect Mediterranean Chicken Skillet

Mediterranean Keto Ground Chicken Skillet with Olives and Feta: A Savory Masterpiece

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