Pan Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini (Low-Carb!)
This Mediterranean chicken zucchini cooks juicy chicken bites, tender zucchini, and cherry tomatoes together in one skillet with bright lemon-garlic flavors, kalamata olives, and crumbled feta. Ready in 25 minutes with minimal cleanup—naturally low-carb, keto-friendly, and bursting with fresh Mediterranean taste.
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450g chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 medium zucchini sliced into ½-inch half-moons
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup kalamata olives pitted and halved
- ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 small red onion thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil divided
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon about 3 tbsp juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or dill for garnish
Instructions
Season chicken
- Pat chicken dry. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, oregano, thyme, paprika, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper, and half the lemon juice. Set aside.
Cook chicken
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in single layer. Cook 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook 2-3 more minutes until nearly cooked through. Remove to plate.
Sauté vegetables
- Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to skillet. Add zucchini and red onion. Sauté 3 minutes until zucchini softens slightly. Add garlic, cherry tomatoes, and olives. Cook 2 minutes until fragrant.
Combine and finish
- Return chicken to skillet. Add lemon zest, remaining lemon juice, and ¼ tsp salt. Stir together. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 5-7 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and zucchini tender-crisp.
Add feta and serve
- Remove from heat. Sprinkle feta over top. Garnish with fresh parsley or dill. Serve warm with lemon wedges.
Notes
Nutritional Benefits (Per Serving, Approximate)
- High Protein: 35g from chicken supports muscle maintenance
- Low Carb: 12g net carbs—perfect for keto/low-carb diets
- Healthy Fats: Olive oil + olives provide heart-healthy monounsaturated fats
- Vitamin C: Tomatoes + lemon boost immunity (75% DV)
- Vitamin A & Potassium: Zucchini supports eye health and blood pressure