Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry Recipe for Quick Healthy Dinners
A quick and healthy Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry recipe packed with flavor and vibrant veggies.
Equipment
- - Frying pan
- - Mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 pound Chicken Breast (mini fillets or thin strips) skinless thighs can be substituted
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin for best flavor
- 3 cloves Garlic (grated or minced)
- 2 teaspoons Peri-Peri Seasoning can substitute with Italian, French, or Greek seasonings
- 1 teaspoon Salt adjust according to dietary needs
For the Vegetables
- 1 medium Eggplant (thinly sliced) must be sliced thinly
- 1 medium Zucchini or Courgette (thinly sliced) either yellow or green varieties
- 1 medium Sweet Pepper (thinly sliced) can substitute with regular bell peppers
- 1 medium Red Onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes leave them whole
- 2 cups Spinach (fresh) avoid frozen due to excess moisture
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, peri-peri seasoning, and salt. Add the chicken strips, ensuring they are well-coated, and let marinate for at least 30 minutes for maximum flavor.
- Wash, peel, and slice all vegetables into uniform pieces, including eggplant, zucchini, and sweet peppers.
- Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken strips and sauté until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Stir-fry the vegetables in batches, starting with the eggplant and zucchini, followed by sweet peppers and red onion.
- Add the remaining olive oil, then toss in the cherry tomatoes, cooking until they start to blister. Gently fold in the fresh spinach until just wilted.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan, mixing everything gently to combine. Serve hot on its own or over your favorite base.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of feta cheese for extra flavor.