Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry (Printable)
Juicy chicken with fresh vegetables in Mediterranean flavors
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 1.1 lbs 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
# Directions:
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 chicken 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.
05 - Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Everything comes together in one pan, leaving you with minimal cleanup and maximum flavor
- The ingredient list stays short while delivering that wow factor that usually takes hours
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- Overcrowding the pan while cooking chicken leads to steaming instead of searing, so work in batches if necessary
- Garlic burns incredibly fast, so have everything ready before adding it to the hot pan
03 -
- Letting your pan get properly hot before adding ingredients makes all the difference in texture
- Finish with a good quality flaky salt if you have it