Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry (Printable)
Juicy chicken with fresh vegetables in classic Mediterranean flavors, ready in just 25 minutes with simple ingredients.
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 1.1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized strips
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
03 - 1 zucchini, sliced into half-moons
04 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
→ Aromatics & Seasonings
05 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tsp dried oregano
→ Optional Garnish
08 - Fresh parsley, chopped
09 - Lemon wedges
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips and cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
02 - Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pan. Add onion, bell pepper, and zucchini. Stir fry for 4–5 minutes until vegetables are just tender.
03 - Add minced garlic and dried oregano; stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Return chicken to the pan and toss everything together for 1–2 minutes, ensuring chicken is heated through and flavors are combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like something you'd get at a proper Mediterranean restaurant
- The ingredient list is short enough to memorize, but the flavors are complex enough to impress dinner guests
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- Crowding the pan when cooking chicken will cause it to steam instead of sear, so work in batches if your skillet isn't large enough
- Letting the vegetables develop some color in the olive oil before adding garlic creates depth that you can't get from cooking everything together
03 -
- Pat your chicken completely dry before cutting, which helps it develop that gorgeous golden sear
- Let your vegetables come to room temperature before cooking so they don't bring down the pan temperature