Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry (Printable)

Juicy chicken with fresh vegetables in classic Mediterranean flavors, ready in 25 minutes.

# 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 for serving
09 - Lemon wedges for serving

# How-To Steps:

01 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
02 - Add chicken strips to the hot pan. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
03 - Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pan. Add onion, bell pepper, and zucchini. Stir fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
04 - Stir in minced garlic and dried oregano. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
05 - Return chicken to the pan. Toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until heated through and well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
06 - Transfer to serving plates and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges if desired. Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • You get that restaurant quality vibrancy without a sink full of dishes or obscure ingredients
  • The entire meal comes together in 25 minutes but tastes like it simmered all afternoon
02 -
  • Overcrowding the pan creates steam instead of that beautiful sear, so cook in batches if your skillet feels crowded
  • Dried oregano needs time in hot fat to release its full potential, which is why it goes in with the garlic instead of being added at the end
03 -
  • Cutting your vegetables to similar sizes ensures even cooking and a more professional result
  • Room temperature chicken cooks more evenly, so take it out of the refrigerator 20 minutes before you start

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