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Mediterranean chicken stir fry served with colorful vegetables

Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry

A quick, healthy Mediterranean chicken stir fry featuring tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and fresh flavors, ready in about 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces Even pieces for uniform cooking.
  • 2 cups Bell peppers, mixed colors, chopped Choose sweet varieties.
  • 1 medium Red onion, chopped Adds a mild, sweet flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh cloves work best.
  • 1/2 cup Pitted olives, chopped For salty, briny notes.
  • 1/2 cup Feta cheese, crumbled Add at the end for a creamy finish.
  • 1 medium Lemon, juiced Brightens the whole dish.
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil For searing and flavor.
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano Herbal Mediterranean touch.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Simple seasonings.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the chicken dry and cut into even pieces. Chop the peppers, onion, and garlic so they cook evenly.
Cooking
  1. Toss the chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano. Heat oil in a pan and sear the chicken until golden and almost cooked through.
  2. Add a bit more oil if needed, then cook onion and garlic until soft. Add peppers and cook briefly to keep them crisp.
  3. Return the chicken to the pan and toss with the vegetables. Cook one to two minutes more until the chicken is cooked through and flavors meld.
  4. Squeeze lemon juice over the mixture, stir in olives, and sprinkle with feta. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Notes

Cut chicken and veggies the same size for uniform cooking. Use medium-high heat to sear without steaming the meat. Cook in batches if the pan is crowded to keep a good sear. Check salt and pepper before serving to balance flavors. A quick rest before serving helps flavors settle.