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Delicious Mediterranean chicken stir fry served in a bowl with fresh vegetables

Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry

A colorful and flavorful stir fry featuring tender chicken and fresh vegetables, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Chicken breasts, cut into uniform pieces For even cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil Use liberally to enhance taste.
  • 1 medium Zucchini Yellow squash can be substituted.
  • 1 large Red bell pepper Any sweet pepper variety can be used.
  • 1 medium Red onion Yellow or white onions are suitable substitutes.
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Canned diced tomatoes are a convenient alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives Green olives are an alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is best for flavor.
Flavor Enhancers
  • 1/4 cup Sun-dried tomatoes Use additional fresh tomatoes if unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano Essential for authentic flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried basil Fresh herbs can further elevate the dish.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Add at the end of cooking.
Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Feta cheese Omit for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley Optional garnish.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic, zucchini, red bell pepper, and red onion; cook for another 5 minutes until veggies are tender.
  4. Add cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, basil, and thyme, stirring to combine.
  5. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together.
  6. Drizzle lemon juice over the stir-fry, then sprinkle with feta cheese and fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze in a designated container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.