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Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry

Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry that's Quick and Flavor-Packed

This Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry bursts with flavors, making it a quick and healthy meal option for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
For the Vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil substitute with any cooking oil if needed
  • 1 medium zucchini can substitute with yellow squash
  • 1 medium red bell pepper any sweet pepper variety works
  • 1 medium red onion can use yellow or white onions
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes or canned diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives can substitute with green olives
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
For Flavoring
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes or additional fresh tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice or lime juice for citrus twist
For Serving
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese omit for dairy-free option
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley or other fresh herbs for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Chop chicken breasts into uniform, bite-sized pieces. Prepare and slice zucchini and red bell pepper, dice red onion, halve cherry tomatoes, and mince garlic. Gather dried herbs.
  2. Heat half of the extra virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add cubed chicken, cook for 7-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Remove chicken from skillet. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil, diced red onion, and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add zucchini and red bell pepper, cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  4. Return cooked chicken to skillet. Add sun-dried tomatoes, halved cherry tomatoes, and kalamata olives. Sprinkle herbs over and toss gently to combine, heating through for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese if desired. Toss gently and serve garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Cut chicken and vegetables into uniform pieces for even cooking. Start with a hot skillet for perfect sear. Sauté vegetables in batches if necessary to avoid sogginess. Toast dried herbs for enhanced flavor. Add lemon juice off the heat for fresh flavor.

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