Go Back
–+ servings
Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry

Savor the Flavor: Quick Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry

Experience the delightful tastes of Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry, a quick and colorful dish that brings healthy ingredients together.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 large Chicken breasts boneless and skinless
For the Oil and Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil essential for authentic Mediterranean flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Zucchini avoid overcooking
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper can use other colors for variety
  • 1 medium Red onion yellow onion can work as well
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes can substitute with canned diced tomatoes
For the Flavor Boosters
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives pitted and halved
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh and minced
  • 1/2 cup Sun-dried tomatoes chopped variety
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice for brightness
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1/2 cup Feta cheese crumbled, optional
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • skillet or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the ingredients by washing and chopping the vegetables and chicken. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and prepare the veggies.
  2. Heat the pan over medium-high heat and add the olive oil; let it shimmer for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add the chicken to the hot oil and sear for 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  4. Sauté the sliced onion and minced garlic in the same skillet for 1-2 minutes until translucent.
  5. Add zucchini and bell pepper, and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until slightly softened.
  6. Mix in cherry tomatoes, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes; cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Combine the chicken back into the skillet and season with salt and pepper, tossing for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Finish by adding lemon juice and feta cheese just before serving, garnishing with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!