Easy Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry (Print)
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 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
13 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
14 - 1/2 tsp salt
15 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Garnish
16 - 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
17 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
18 - Lemon wedges for serving
# How to Make:
01 - Combine chicken strips with 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and marinate for 10 minutes while preparing vegetables.
02 - Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
03 - Add marinated chicken to the hot pan. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until cooked through and lightly browned. Remove chicken 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 to the pan. Continue stir frying for another 2 minutes.
06 - Return chicken to the pan with cherry tomatoes. Cook for 2 minutes until tomatoes soften. Add spinach and toss until wilted, about 1 minute.
07 - Remove from heat. Sprinkle with crumbled feta and parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Everything cooks in one pan, meaning less cleanup and more time enjoying your meal
- The combination of juicy spiced chicken and crisp vegetables feels indulgent while still being incredibly light and healthy
02 -
- Do not skip the step of setting the chicken aside, otherwise it will overcook while the vegetables finish
- The residual heat will continue cooking the spinach after you remove the pan from the heat, so add it at the very last moment
03 -
- Have all your vegetables prepped and ready before you start cooking, this stir fry moves fast
- Pat the chicken dry before marinating so the spices really cling to every surface