Mediterranean Diet Classic Stir-Fried Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Mediterranean Diet Classic Stir-Fried Chicken, a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Bursting with fresh vegetables like red bell pepper, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes, this recipe is infused with the zesty goodness of lemon juice, aromatic garlic, and dried oregano. Tender strips of chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection in heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a final touch of brightness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy stir-fry is perfect for busy evenings and makes for a wholesome, low-carb meal packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Serve it as is or pair it with a side of warm whole-grain bread or a crisp green salad for a truly satisfying experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 medium zucchini
• 1 small red onion
• 10 cherry tomatoes
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 medium lemon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup olives (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing your ingredients: thinly slice the chicken breasts into strips; slice the red bell pepper and zucchini into thin strips; finely slice the red onion; halve the cherry tomatoes; mince the garlic cloves; and roughly chop the parsley.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a large, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken strips to the hot skillet, sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and sauté the chicken, stirring frequently, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the sliced red onion and bell pepper to the skillet and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they are slightly tender.

Step 5

Add the zucchini to the skillet and continue to stir-fry for another 3 minutes.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 7

Return the chicken to the skillet, add the halved cherry tomatoes, and sprinkle the dried oregano over the mixture. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat the chicken and tomatoes.

Step 8

Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the chicken and vegetable mixture, stir well, and adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if necessary.

Step 9

Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with olives if desired. Enjoy your Mediterranean Diet Classic Stir-Fried Chicken!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2551.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1643.2

Total Fat 70.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 3938.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 103.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.4g	0%
Total Sugars 63.1g
Protein 160.0g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 386.9mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 5743.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.7%

Protein: 37.9%

Carbs: 24.4%