Description
If you’re craving a quick and healthy dinner idea that doesn’t skimp on flavor, this Easy Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry will become your go-to. Packed with tender chicken, sautéed bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion—all seasoned with classic Mediterranean herbs—this dish is ideal for weeknights. A sprinkle of feta and fresh parsley finishes it off perfectly. Whether you’re looking for quick meal prep, a healthy snack, or new dinner ideas, this easy recipe delivers on all fronts.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons dried oregano
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
0.5 teaspoon onion powder
0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
0.25 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. In a bowl, toss chicken with 1 tablespoon olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let it sit to marinate.
2. Wash and prep all vegetables: slice bell peppers, zucchini, onion, and mince the garlic.
3. Heat a skillet over medium-high, add remaining olive oil, and cook chicken in a single layer for 6–8 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same pan, sauté garlic and red onion for 1 minute, then add bell peppers and zucchini. Cook for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp.
5. Return chicken to the skillet, add lemon juice, and toss everything to combine. Let cook for 1–2 minutes to meld flavors.
6. Top with crumbled feta and fresh parsley. Serve immediately or over rice, couscous, or with pita.
Notes
Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick without altering the flavor base.
You can substitute chicken with tofu or chickpeas for a vegetarian version.
For best texture, don’t overcook the vegetables—they should still have some bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg