Description
Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry is a quick, one-pan dinner packed with juicy chicken breast, fresh vegetables, garlic, oregano, and bright lemon zest. This healthy Mediterranean-inspired meal is perfect for busy weeknights and delivers bold flavor in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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1.5 pounds chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
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3 cups fresh spinach
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1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 large red bell pepper, diced
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1 medium yellow squash, sliced
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
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Zest of 1 lemon
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Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Season with salt, black pepper, and half of the oregano.
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Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for 5–6 minutes until golden brown. Transfer to a plate.
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In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add red bell pepper and yellow squash. Cook for 4–5 minutes until slightly softened.
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Stir in cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes.
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Return chicken to the skillet. Add spinach, remaining oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook 2–3 minutes until spinach wilts and chicken is fully cooked.
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Remove from heat and finish with fresh lemon zest. Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.
Notes
Do not overcrowd the pan to get a proper golden sear.
Chicken thighs can be substituted for extra juiciness.
Serve over rice, quinoa, or couscous for a heartier meal.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop / Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (¼ of recipe)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg