Description
A vibrant and hearty dish combining ground chicken with fresh vegetables and wholesome grains, inspired by Mediterranean cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, chopped
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add ground chicken, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
- Layer cooked quinoa or brown rice in serving bowls.
- Top with the cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and olives.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
For a low-sugar option, consider using stevia, monk fruit, or allulose in dressings or sauces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg