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Mediterranean Chicken Stir-Fry

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A quick and satisfying Mediterranean chicken stir-fry with vibrant vegetables and bright lemon flavors, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb skinless, boneless chicken breast, sliced into 1/2-inch strips
  • 2 medium bell peppers, chopped (preferably one red and one yellow)
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half moons
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Small handful fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prep everything first: slice the chicken, chop the bell peppers, slice the zucchini, thinly slice the red onion, halve the cherry tomatoes, mince the garlic, chop the parsley, and juice the lemon.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat.
  3. Add the chicken strips in a single layer, season with salt, pepper, and half the oregano. Cook undisturbed for 3 minutes.
  4. Flip the strips and cook for another 2 minutes until no longer pink. Remove chicken and set aside.
  5. Lower heat to medium, add remaining tablespoon olive oil, garlic, and red onion. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Add bell peppers and zucchini, stir occasionally for 4-5 minutes until tender but still crunchy.
  7. Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 1 more minute until slightly softened.
  8. Return chicken to the pan, sprinkle with smoked paprika, remaining oregano, and adjust seasoning. Squeeze lemon juice over everything and stir. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  9. Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, stir gently, and serve immediately.

Notes

For juicier meat, use boneless skinless thighs instead of breast. For lower sodium, reduce salt and use more lemon and herbs.

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