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Mediterranean chicken stir fry with colorful vegetables and herbs

Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry

A colorful and savory one-skillet dish featuring seared chicken, tender-crisp vegetables, and a bright lemon-feta finish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stir Fry
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil Divided for searing and sautéing.
  • 2 medium zucchinis Chopped into bite-sized pieces.
  • 1 large red onion Chopped into bite-sized pieces.
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes Halved for quicker cooking.
  • 4 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 1 large lemon Juiced.
  • 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese Added at the end for creaminess.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Chop the zucchinis, red bell peppers, and red onion into bite-sized pieces. Halve any larger cherry tomatoes. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
Sear the Chicken
  1. Set a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add them to the hot skillet in a single layer. Cook for 5–7 minutes until golden brown. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
Sauté the Vegetables
  1. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. First add the red onion and garlic, then stir in zucchini and red bell peppers. Cook for 4–5 minutes until tender but still have structure.
Combine and Finish
  1. Return the seared chicken to the skillet, tossing everything together until evenly combined.
  2. Drizzle lemon juice over the stir fry, toss well, and sprinkle in the crumbled feta. Cook for about 1 minute until heated through.

Notes

Serve directly from the skillet or as a meal-prep style lunch box. Store leftovers in airtight container. Reheat using medium heat in skillet or microwave in short bursts.