The plate sets a Mediterranean vibe with colorful cherry tomatoes, little islands of feta cheese beneath a swirl of olive oil glaze. Steamed chicken and cauliflower 'risotto' make a creamy backdrop, topped with a sprig of fresh mint, creating an irresistible, bright, and fresh appetizing vista.

Greek-inspired Chicken Cauliflower 'Risotto'

Name: Greek-inspired Chicken Cauliflower 'Risotto'
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 medium cauliflower riced; 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved; 1/3 cup oil-cured black olives pitted and chopped; 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled; 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic minced; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; to taste salt; to taste pepper

A low-carb, vibrant, Greek-infused twist on classic risotto.

Category Main Course

Prep 20 minutes

Cook 15 minutes

Style Greek

Technique Sautéing

Diet Friendly Low-Carb

Daily recipe · May 13, 2025

A little about this dish

This recipe showcases a delightful fusion of robust Greek flavors harmonized with a low-carb approach, inevitably shaking up your usual diet menu. We're going to use ripe cherry tomatoes, high-quality oil-cured black olives, and fresh mint leaves to give this dish a burst of springtime vibrancy.

Ingredients (for 2)

Chicken breasts — 2 — cut into bite-sized pieces
Medium cauliflower — 1 — riced
Cherry tomatoes — 1/2 cup — halved
Oil-cured black olives — 1/3 cup — pitted and chopped
Feta cheese — 1/2 cup — crumbled
Fresh mint leaves — 1/4 cup — finely chopped
Garlic — 2 cloves — minced
Lemon juice — 2 tbsp
Extra virgin olive oil — 1/2 cup
Salt — to taste
Pepper — to taste

Preparation

Step 1 — 🍳🍗⏲️

Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Step 2 — 🥘🍚🔥

In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp of olive oil and garlic, cook until fragrant. Add the riced cauliflower, cover and cook until tender, stirring occasionally.
Step 3 — 🐔🍅🫒

When the cauliflower is cooked, stir in the chicken, cherry tomatoes, and chopped black olives. Cook for 2-3 more minutes until everything is heated through.
Step 4 — 🍋🫒🌱

Right before serving, drizzle with lemon juice and remaining olive oil, then sprinkle with feta cheese and fresh mint.

A final fox tip

Traditionally, a risotto is made with rice. In a witty deviation, we've substituted riced cauliflower, a popular low-carb option. This opens a world of flavour potential with Greek cuisine's characteristic ingredients. For a vegetarian version, simply skip the chicken, and consider adding some toasted pine nuts for added protein and texture.