Mediterranean Diet Savory Stir-fry with Vegetables and Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Mediterranean Diet Savory Stir-fry with Vegetables and Chicken, a wholesome, flavor-packed dish that's as nutritious as it is satisfying. This vibrant stir-fry features tender chicken breast strips, a medley of colorful vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes, and the rich, briny bite of kalamata olives. Infused with heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil, garlic, oregano, and a bright finish of fresh basil and lemon juice, this dish embodies the fresh, clean flavors of the Mediterranean. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's perfect for busy evenings, offering a balance of lean protein and veggie-packed goodness. Serve this one-pan wonder warm and enjoy a delicious, healthy meal that delights your taste buds and nourishes your body.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 medium red onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives, pitted
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 medium lemon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing the chicken. Slice the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into thin strips. Set aside.
In a large pan or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the sliced chicken to the pan, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper. Stir-fry the chicken for about 6-7 minutes until fully cooked and nicely browned. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
While the chicken is cooking, thinly slice the red bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion. Mince the garlic cloves.
In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced vegetables and minced garlic to the pan.
Stir-fry the vegetables for about 5 minutes, or until they are slightly tender yet still crisp.
Stir in the cherry tomatoes and kalamata olives, along with the dried oregano, and continue to cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Return the cooked chicken to the pan, mixing everything well to combine the flavors. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Just before serving, tear or chop the fresh basil leaves and sprinkle over the stir-fry. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top for an additional burst of flavor.
Serve the Mediterranean stir-fry warm, garnished with lemon wedges if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 75.9 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 5288 mg | 230% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.7 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.8 g | ||
| Protein | 149.9 g | 300% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 265 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2673 mg | 57% | |
*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.
