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Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry

A vibrant, one-pan dinner featuring tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, spinach, and kalamata olives, all tossed in a light lemon-herb sauce and topped with feta cheese. Ready in 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 345

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Seasoning
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp dried thyme
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika optional
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
Stir Fry
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium red onion sliced into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.5 cup kalamata olives pitted
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 0.25 cup chicken broth or white wine
Garnish
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 0.33 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1 lemon cut into wedges

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Cast Iron Pan
  • Cutting board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine cubed chicken with 2 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the red onion and bell peppers. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until slightly softened and charred.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up the browned bits. Add cherry tomatoes and olives, cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the fresh spinach and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat. Garnish with crumbled feta and fresh parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Notes

For best results, do not overcrowd the pan when searing the chicken. Work in batches if necessary. The fresh squeeze of lemon juice at the end is highly recommended to brighten all the flavors.