Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry (Printable)
Juicy chicken and fresh vegetables in a Mediterranean-style stir fry with olive oil, garlic, and oregano.
# 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
08 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ Optional Garnish
09 - Fresh parsley, chopped
10 - Lemon wedges
# How To Make It:
01 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
02 - Add chicken strips to the hot pan. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
03 - Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pan. Add onion, bell pepper, and zucchini. Stir fry for 4 to 5 minutes until vegetables are just tender-crisp.
04 - Stir in minced garlic and dried oregano. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
05 - Return chicken to the pan. Toss everything together for 1 to 2 minutes until heated through and well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
06 - Transfer to serving plates and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Everything comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like you spent much longer
- The Mediterranean flavors somehow make healthy eating feel indulgent
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- Pre-cutting all your vegetables before you start cooking makes the process seamless
- Crowding the pan will steam instead of stir fry, so use a large enough skillet
03 -
- Let your pan get properly hot before adding ingredients
- Dont overcook the vegetables, they should stay vibrant and slightly crisp