Description
This vibrant, healthy stir fry is a perfect weeknight meal that combines tender chicken breast with a colorful array of Mediterranean vegetables. Seasoned with aromatic spices like oregano and paprika, the dish is finished with a salty punch from feta cheese and Kalamata olives. It is a nutrient-packed, restaurant-quality dinner that comes together in under thirty minutes, offering a fresh and balanced flavor profile that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs Chicken Breast, cut into strips
2 tbsp Olive Oil
2 Bell Peppers (1 Red, 1 Yellow), sliced
1 small Zucchini, sliced
1 small Red Onion, chopped
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
2 cups Fresh Spinach
0.5 cup Kalamata Olives, pitted
0.5 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled
1 tsp Dried Oregano
1 tsp Smoked Paprika
1 tsp Garlic Powder
1 tsp Onion Powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Place chicken strips in a bowl and toss with oregano, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken to the skillet and sear until golden brown and cooked through; remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
Add the remaining oil to the same pan and sauté the bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion until crisp-tender.
Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes until they just begin to soften.
Return the chicken to the pan and fold in the fresh spinach and Kalamata olives.
Cook until the spinach just begins to wilt, about 1-2 minutes.
Remove from heat, top with crumbled feta cheese, and serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure chicken strips are cut into uniform sizes for even cooking. For extra flavor, drizzle with a little fresh lemon juice before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean