Low-Carb Greek Chicken Bake

I’m always looking for easy, healthy, and delicious ways to feed my crew of five kids. We all want big flavors and sauces. This Low-Carb Chicken Bake is full of protein, healthy fats, and fresh veggies. A perfect summertime recipe after a trip to the farmers market. Prioritizing to eat optimal amounts of protein is important to overall health. Protein builds lean muscle mass, our longevity organ, helping us stay strong and active. They make enzymes and hormones so that our body can function. They also provide nutrient transport to our cells and maintain pH and fluid balance. If you have been experiencing hair loss, eating more protein will help support your hair growth. Protein is essential to life and this low-carb recipe is full of nutrition.

Serves 4-6

 
 
 

Ingredients

  • 6 chicken breasts or 8 chicken thighs - skinless

  • 2 small red onions cut into quarters (optional)

  • 2 c. cherry tomatoes or 1- 32 oz. can of crushed tomatoes

  • 1 lemon sliced

  • 2 garlic cloves minced or pressed (optional)

  • 2 T. olive oil

  • 1 T. paprika

  • 1 T. dried oregano

  • 3-4 fresh thyme sprigs

  • Sea salt and pepper, to taste

  • ⅔ c. kalamata olives

  • 4 oz. crumbled goat or sheep milk feta

Directions

  • Preheat the oven to 350F.

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  • Add 2 T. olive oil, avocado oil, or chicken fat to the hot pan.

  • Season the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano on both sides.

  • Place chicken in pan and sear on both sides; about 2-3 minutes per side.

  • Place the seared chicken, red onions, lemon wedges, garlic, and tomatoes in the large baking dish. Omit alliums if sensitive.

  • Sprinkle the feta crumbles and olives on top.

  • Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and veggies are tender.

Note: If you have leftovers, you can make a “pasta” dish by cubing the chicken and reheating it in a saucepan with the tomatoes and veggies. Cut up Egglife Wraps into noodles and boil for 10 minutes. Drain and mix with the chicken mix. I use 4 Egglife Wraps per serving. You can also use shirataki noodles, miracle noodles, spiralized veggie noodles, or kelp noodles.

If you love healthy “pasta” dishes, try my Low-Carb Pasta Carbonara too!

ProteinsKristin Smithgluten free, keto, low carb, grain-free, paleo, sugar-free