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Keto Greek Lemon Chicken with Feta Recipe

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This Keto Greek Lemon Chicken with Feta is a flavorful, low-carb meal that’s perfect for anyone on a keto diet. The juicy chicken breasts are marinated with lemon and oregano, then cooked and topped with creamy feta cheese. Quick and easy, this dish is great for weeknight dinners and pairs well with a variety of keto-friendly sides like cauliflower rice or a fresh salad.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin)

  • 1 lemon (juice and zest)

  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 cup feta cheese (crumbled)

  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)

  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives (optional)

  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar (optional)

  • 1 tablespoon butter (for searing)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Slice them horizontally to create thinner pieces.

  2. Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

  3. In a bowl, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.

  4. Marinate the chicken in the lemon mixture for at least 20 minutes (or up to 2 hours).

  5. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter and let it melt.

  6. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).

  7. Remove the chicken from the skillet. In the same pan, add red wine vinegar (if using) and stir for 1 minute.

  8. Add feta cheese to the skillet and stir until it softens and creates a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add chicken broth or water to thin it out.

  9. Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the feta sauce over it, and let it simmer for a few minutes.

  10. Top with fresh parsley and Kalamata olives (optional) before serving.

Notes

 

  • For a more tangy flavor, add more lemon juice or red wine vinegar to the sauce.

  • You can serve this dish with cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or a Greek salad for a complete meal.

  • To keep it extra low-carb, avoid adding too many olives.

Nutrition

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