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Keto Mediterranean Chicken

Best Keto Mediterranean Chicken Recipe

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This Keto Mediterranean Chicken is rich in heart-healthy fats, low in carbs, and loaded with Mediterranean flavors—perfect for a nutritious, satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 713
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp salt or to taste
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • ¼ cup chicken stock or broth
  • ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

Method
 

  1. Preheat the Oven:
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
  3. Season the Chicken:
  4. Pat chicken thighs dry. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
  5. Sear the Chicken:
  6. Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over high heat.
  7. Add chicken thighs and sear for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  8. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  9. Sauté Aromatics:
  10. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic and oregano to the skillet. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  11. Build the Sauce:
  12. Add chicken stock, sun-dried tomatoes, and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer for 1–2 minutes.
  13. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce is slightly thickened.
  14. Bake:
  15. Return chicken thighs to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top.
  16. Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F/74°C).
  17. Finish and Serve:
  18. Let rest 5 minutes. Top with crumbled feta and fresh parsley.
  19. Serve hot, with extra sauce spooned over chicken. Optionally, pair with cauliflower rice or a fresh salad.

Nutrition

Calories: 713kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 101gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 282mgSodium: 419mgPotassium: 1932mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 504IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 111mgIron: 5mg

Notes

  • For meal prep, store cooled chicken and sauce in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat gently in the microwave with a lid or on the stovetop to preserve moisture.
  • For variety, add olives or swap in chicken breasts.

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