Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry (Print version)
Tender chicken strips with crisp vegetables in classic Mediterranean flavors.
# 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 -
- You can get this on the table in under 30 minutes even on your most exhausted nights
- The ingredients are so basic you probably have everything right now in your kitchen
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- Removing the chicken before adding the vegetables prevents it from overcooking and becoming tough
- Garlic burns faster than you think, so keep it moving once it hits the hot oil
03 -
- Cut all your vegetables into similar sizes so everything cooks evenly
- Don't crowd the pan or your vegetables will steam instead of stir fry