Easy Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry (Printable)
Juicy chicken with crisp vegetables in classic Mediterranean flavors, ready in 30 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
05 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 2 cups baby spinach
→ Marinade & Sauce
09 - 2 tbsp olive oil
10 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
11 - 1 tsp dried oregano
12 - 0.5 tsp ground cumin
13 - 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
14 - 0.5 tsp salt
15 - 0.25 tsp black pepper
→ Garnish
16 - 0.33 cup crumbled feta cheese
17 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
18 - Lemon wedges for serving
# Directions:
01 - Combine chicken strips with 1 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and let marinate for 10 minutes while preparing vegetables.
02 - Heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
03 - Add marinated chicken and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until cooked through and lightly browned. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
04 - In the same pan, add onion and bell peppers. Stir fry for 3 minutes until just tender.
05 - Add zucchini and garlic; continue stir frying for another 2 minutes.
06 - Return chicken to the pan, add cherry tomatoes, and cook for 2 more minutes until tomatoes soften.
07 - Add spinach and toss until wilted, about 1 minute. Remove from heat, sprinkle with crumbled feta and parsley, and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It comes together in 30 minutes but tastes like it simmered all afternoon
- The marinade does double duty, infusing the chicken with herbs and creating a simple sauce as it cooks
02 -
- Dont overcrowd your pan or the chicken will steam instead of sear, losing that beautiful golden color
- Work quickly once you start cooking, and have all your ingredients prepped and within reach
03 -
- Let your pan get properly hot before adding the chicken, and listen for that satisfying sizzle
- Add a handful of Kalamata olives during the last minute of cooking for an extra punch of briny flavor