Description
This Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry Recipe combines vibrant Mediterranean flavors with quick weeknight convenience—packed with juicy chicken, fresh vegetables, olive oil, herbs, and lemon for a clean, bold, and nutritious 30-minute meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 2 red bell peppers, diced
- 1 large red onion, sliced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 cup Kalamata olives, halved
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prep all vegetables and ingredients before cooking for smooth workflow.
- Heat 1.5 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and half the herbs. Sear 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining olive oil to the same pan. Sauté onions and garlic 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add bell peppers and zucchini, cooking 5-6 minutes until softened but still crisp.
- Return chicken to the pan along with sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and remaining herbs. Toss together for 2-3 minutes.
- Add cherry tomatoes, lemon juice, and half the feta, stirring gently to warm through.
- Serve topped with remaining feta and fresh parsley.
Notes
Add lemon juice at the end for maximum brightness. For a low-FODMAP version, use garlic-infused oil and omit onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry Recipe