Keto Omaha

Transport your taste buds to Greece with this Keto Greek Lemon Chicken! Featuring juicy, marinated chicken infused with lemon, garlic, and Mediterranean herbs, this dish is low-carb, high-protein, and full of fresh, bold flavors! Serve it with keto-friendly tzatziki and a Greek salad for the ultimate meal.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

🍗 For the Greek Lemon Chicken:

• 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breast)

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon lemon zest

• 3 cloves garlic (minced)

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

🥗 For the Keto Greek Sides:

• ½ cup feta cheese (crumbled)

• ½ cucumber (sliced)

• ½ red onion (thinly sliced)

• ½ cup cherry tomatoes (halved)

• ¼ cup Kalamata olives

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

🥣 For the Keto Tzatziki Sauce:

• 1 cup Greek yogurt (unsweetened, full-fat)

• ½ cucumber (grated and squeezed dry)

• 2 cloves garlic (minced)

• 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken:

• In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

• Coat chicken thighs in the marinade and let sit for 30 minutes (or up to overnight in the fridge).

2️⃣ Cook the Chicken:

🔥 Grill Method:

• Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).

• Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.

🔥 Skillet Method:

• Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

• Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until crispy and caramelized.

🔥 Oven Method:

• Preheat oven to 400°F.

• Bake chicken in a greased baking dish for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.

3️⃣ Make the Keto Tzatziki Sauce:

• In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, and salt.

• Stir well and refrigerate until ready to serve.

4️⃣ Prepare the Keto Greek Salad:

• In a bowl, toss together cucumber, red onion, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, olive oil, and red wine vinegar.

5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!

• Plate the Greek Lemon Chicken with tzatziki and Greek salad.

• Garnish with extra lemon slices and fresh parsley!

🔥 Pro Tip: Serve with keto pita bread or cauliflower rice for a complete meal!

Nutrition Info (Per Serving – 1/4 of the Recipe)

• Calories: ~480

• Protein: ~42g

• Fat: ~32g

• Net Carbs: ~5g