Description
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry, a quick and delicious meal that bursts with flavor and vibrant colors. In just 30 minutes, you can combine tender chicken with fresh vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes, all infused with zesty herbs and sun-dried tomatoes. This hearty dish is not only satisfying but also packed with lean protein and nutrients, making it a perfect choice for health-conscious diners. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or hosting friends, this simple recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 medium red onion
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- optional: feta cheese
- optional: fresh parsley
Instructions
- Begin by cutting the chicken into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Cook chicken pieces until golden brown (about 5–7 minutes).
- Add chopped zucchini, sliced red bell pepper, diced onion, and cherry tomatoes; cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Mix in minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, basil, and thyme; cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice and top with feta cheese if desired. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg