Description
Mediterranean ground chicken brings exotic flavors to your dinner table with zesty herbs and spices. Lean protein and fresh ingredients combine in a quick, healthy meal that promises delicious Mediterranean-inspired comfort without complicated cooking techniques.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 lb (450g) ground chicken
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Herbs and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Aromatics and Liquids:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Warm the olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium flame, creating a smooth cooking surface.
- Gently sauté the diced onions until they turn translucent and softly caramelized, releasing their sweet aromatics.
- Introduce minced garlic to the pan, stirring quickly to prevent burning and activate its intense fragrance.
- Carefully add ground chicken, using a wooden spatula to break the meat into delicate crumbles, ensuring even browning and thorough cooking.
- Sprinkle cumin, oregano, and cinnamon across the meat, creating a complex Mediterranean spice profile that infuses depth and warmth.
- Splash fresh lemon juice into the skillet, which will brighten the flavors and help deglaze the pan’s flavorful bits.
- Season with salt and pepper, adjusting to taste while allowing the spices to meld and intensify.
- Fold in vibrant chopped parsley, adding a fresh herbaceous note to the dish.
- Scatter crumbled feta cheese over the top, providing a tangy and creamy contrast to the spiced chicken.
- Transfer the aromatic mixture to your preferred serving vessel – whether atop fluffy rice, nestled in a warm wrap, or alongside a crisp Greek salad.
Notes
- Swap ground chicken with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for dietary variations and added versatility.
- Toast whole spices like cumin and oregano briefly in the pan before adding chicken to enhance their aromatic profile and deepen flavor complexity.
- Pat chicken dry before cooking to ensure better browning and prevent excess moisture that can make meat steam instead of sear.
- Prepare extra portions and store in airtight containers for quick meal prep, as this dish tastes even better the next day after spices have melded together.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg