Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry
A vibrant dish combining tender chicken and colorful vegetables, flavored with Mediterranean spices and citrus for a healthy, delicious meal.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts Slice into bite-sized pieces.
- 1 medium onion Chopped.
- 3 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 red bell pepper Sliced into thin strips.
- 1 yellow bell pepper Sliced into thin strips.
- 1 medium zucchini Sliced into half-moon shapes.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes Halved.
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives Sliced.
Seasoning and oils
- 3 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing.
- 1 teaspoon salt To season chicken.
- 1 teaspoon black pepper To season chicken.
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano For Mediterranean flavor.
- 1 teaspoon paprika For Mediterranean flavor.
- 1 juice lemon For brightness and flavor enhancement.
Optional garnish
- to taste crumbled feta cheese For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Slice the red and yellow bell peppers into thin strips and cut the zucchini into half-moon shapes.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the Kalamata olives.
Cooking
- Heat three tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced chicken pieces, seasoning with salt and pepper. Sear for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until translucent.
- Add the sliced bell peppers and zucchini to the skillet. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- Return the chicken to the skillet with the halved cherry tomatoes and sliced Kalamata olives.
- Sprinkle with oregano and paprika, then toss to combine.
- Drizzle lemon juice over everything and, optionally, add crumbled feta cheese.
- Cook for an additional minute before removing from heat.
Notes
Utilize fresh ingredients for best flavor. Customize vegetables as desired, and consider marinating chicken for extra flavor. Cooking times may vary; ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.