Easy Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry (Print View)
Juicy chicken with crisp vegetables in 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
# Method:
01 - Combine chicken strips with 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Mix thoroughly and let marinate for 10 minutes while preparing vegetables.
02 - Heat the 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 chicken is cooked through and lightly browned. Remove from pan and set aside.
04 - Add onion and bell peppers to the same pan. Stir fry for 3 minutes until vegetables begin to soften but still retain crunch.
05 - Add zucchini and minced garlic to the pan. Continue stir frying for 2 minutes until zucchini is tender-crisp.
06 - Return cooked chicken to the pan. Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes until tomatoes begin to soften. Add spinach and toss until just wilted, about 1 minute.
07 - Remove from heat immediately. Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.
# Insider Tips:
01 -
- The whole thing comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for those days when takeout feels like the only option
- Every bite bursts with bright Mediterranean flavors, yet it uses ingredients you probably already have in your fridge
02 -
- Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken, or it will steam instead of getting that nice golden sear
- Add the spinach at the very end and remove the pan from heat immediately to keep it vibrant green
03 -
- Pre-slice all your vegetables before you start cooking, because stir-frying happens fast
- Let your pan get properly hot before adding ingredients for the best texture