Description
An easy and healthy Mediterranean-inspired keto grilled chicken recipe! Low carb and Atkins diet friendly.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar (no added sugar)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
For the Mediterranean Salsa
- 14 oz can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
- 2 tablespoons sun dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- 1/4 cup green olives (spanish), pitted and chopped
- 1/4 cup roasted (or pickled) red & yellow peppers, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (no added sugar)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
For the chicken
- Combine 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
- Trim the chicken breasts if necessary, and slice into cutlets about 3/4 inch thick.
- Place in a non-reactive bowl (plastic, ceramic, or glass) and pour the marinade over the chicken.
- Mix to ensure the chicken is well coated.
- Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least an hour, or overnight.
- Grill (or saute) the chicken breasts until fully cooked (no longer pink or at 165 degrees F).
For the Mediterranean Salsa
- Combine the artichoke hearts, capers, sun dried tomatoes, olives, peppers, and parsley in a medium-sized bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- Pour over the salsa and toss to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper as desired.
To Serve
- Arrange the chicken on an oven-proof plate or platter.
- Spoon the salsa over the top of the chicken.
- Garnish with crumbled feta if using.
- Warm in the oven at 350 for 10 minutes if desired, or serve cold – it’s delicious either way!
Notes
Approximate net carbs per serving = 5g.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Keto Main Dishes
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz chicken & 1/2 cup salsa
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g