Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry Recipe: Wholesome 30-Minute Delight
Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this quick and easy Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry Recipe: Wholesome 30-Minute Delight. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes and is brimming with fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and aromatic herbs. Enjoy a delightful blend of sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and zesty lemon that elevates any family dinner or casual gathering. With its one-pan preparation, you’ll have minimal cleanup while savoring a meal that’s both satisfying and healthy. Whether served over quinoa or with whole wheat pita bread, this stir fry is a versatile recipe that accommodates various preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 medium red onion
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- Lemon juice
Instructions
- Wash and chop all vegetables and chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add chicken to the skillet, cooking for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in zucchini, red bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, basil, and thyme. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until veggies are tender but crisp.
- Mix in kalamata olives and lemon juice just before serving for added flavor.
- Serve warm; garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg