Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry (Print View)
Vibrant Mediterranean chicken with fresh vegetables and classic flavors, ready in 25 minutes using just 7 simple ingredients.
# Ingredient List:
→ 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 for serving
09 - Lemon wedges for serving
# How to Make:
01 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
02 - Add chicken strips and cook 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
03 - Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pan. Add onion, bell pepper, and zucchini. Stir fry 4-5 minutes until vegetables are just tender.
04 - Add minced garlic and dried oregano. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
05 - Return chicken to the pan and toss everything together for 1-2 minutes, ensuring chicken is heated through and flavors are combined. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
06 - Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like something youd order at a restaurant and pay three times as much for
- The vegetables stay crisp-tender instead of mushy, which is honestly my biggest pet peeve with most stir fries
02 -
- Overcrowding the pan when cooking the chicken will make it steam instead of sear, so work in batches if your skillet is on the smaller side
- Let the pan get properly hot before adding the vegetables— that sizzle sound is what gives you those nicely browned edges and restaurant-quality flavor
03 -
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels before cutting it— this helps it get that gorgeous golden sear instead of steaming in its own moisture
- Wait until the very end to salt the dish, especially if you plan to add feta or olives which can make it quite salty on their own