Easy Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry (Printable)

Juicy chicken with crisp vegetables in classic Mediterranean flavors, ready in 30 minutes for a quick weeknight dinner.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
05 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 2 cups baby spinach

→ Marinade & Sauce

09 - 2 tbsp olive oil
10 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
11 - 1 tsp dried oregano
12 - ½ tsp ground cumin
13 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
14 - ½ tsp salt
15 - ¼ tsp black pepper

→ Garnish

16 - ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
17 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
18 - Lemon wedges for serving

# How To Make:

01 - Combine chicken strips with 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and marinate for 10 minutes while preparing vegetables.
02 - Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
03 - Add marinated chicken to the hot pan. Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until cooked through and lightly browned. Remove chicken and set aside on a plate.
04 - Return pan to heat. Add onion and bell peppers. Stir fry for 3 minutes until just tender and beginning to caramelize.
05 - Add zucchini and garlic to the pan. Continue stir frying for 2 minutes until zucchini is crisp-tender.
06 - Return chicken to the pan. Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes until tomatoes begin to soften. Add spinach and toss until wilted, about 1 minute.
07 - Remove from heat immediately. Sprinkle with crumbled feta and parsley. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like something from a restaurant
  • The Mediterranean flavors are bright and fresh without being overwhelming
  • Its naturally gluten free and packed with protein
02 -
  • Do not overcrowd the pan or the chicken will steam instead of sear
  • Let the pan get properly hot before adding the chicken
  • The spinach looks like a lot but it wilts down dramatically
03 -
  • Cut all your vegetables into similar sizes so they cook evenly
  • Pat the chicken dry before marinating for better sear marks

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