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Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry with colorful vegetables and herbs

Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry

A quick and healthy chicken stir fry with vibrant flavors of lemon, oregano, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a weeknight meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli, or other quick-cooking veggies) Use what you have available
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the sliced chicken in a single layer. Cook without moving for 1 to 2 minutes until browned, then stir and continue cooking until no longer pink, about 4 to 5 minutes total.
  3. Push the chicken to one side, add the minced garlic, and cook for 20 to 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the mixed vegetables, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together.
  5. Stir-fry for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender-crisp and the chicken is cooked through.
  6. Squeeze the lemon juice over the skillet and toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  7. Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5g

Notes

For variations, you can add olives and feta after cooking or use chicken thighs for more juiciness. To store, let the stir fry cool, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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