Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry Recipe
A vibrant Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry bursting with fresh vegetables, olives, and tangy feta cheese. This quick and healthy one-pan dish features tender chicken breasts sautéed with zucchini, bell peppers, onions, cherry tomatoes, and aromatic Mediterranean herbs, finished with a fresh lemon juice splash and garnished with parsley for a flavorful finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Dairy
- 1.5 lbs Chicken breasts, boneless & skinless (Cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese (Crumbled)
Vegetables
- 2 medium Zucchini (Sliced into half-moons)
- 2 Red bell peppers (Diced into chunks)
- 1 large Red onion (Sliced into strips)
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes (Halved)
- 4 cloves Garlic (Minced)
- 1/4 cup Sun-dried tomatoes (Chopped)
Other
- 3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil (Divided for cooking)
- Salt & black pepper (To taste)
- 1 cup Kalamata olives (Pitted and halved)
- 2 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Dried basil
- 1/2 tsp Dried thyme
- 1 Lemon (Juice only)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (Optional garnish)
Instructions
- Prep ingredients: Chop all vegetables as directed: slice zucchini into half-moons, dice red bell peppers, slice the red onion into strips, halve the cherry tomatoes, mince garlic, and chop the sun-dried tomatoes. Pit and halve the Kalamata olives. Set aside.
- Sear chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the bite-sized chicken pieces with salt and black pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook until golden brown and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the sliced red onions and minced garlic first, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened. Then add the zucchini, red bell peppers, and sun-dried tomatoes. Continue to sauté for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still retain some crunch.
- Combine and season: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Add the halved cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to taste. Toss well to combine all ingredients and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Finish with lemon and feta: Remove the skillet from heat and squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the stir fry. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top, allowing it to soften slightly. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve: Serve the Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry immediately as a flavorful and healthy main dish. It pairs well with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs if available for enhanced flavor instead of dried.
- Adjust salt carefully as feta and olives add natural saltiness.
- For a spicier option, add a pinch of red chili flakes during the sauté step.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To make it gluten-free, ensure sun-dried tomatoes do not have any gluten additives.
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