Name: Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds Chicken Breast (Substitute with chicken thighs for juiciness.); 3 cups Fresh Spinach (Frozen spinach can be used; thaw and drain excess moisture first.); 1.5 cups Cherry Tomatoes (Substitute whole tomatoes or grape tomatoes as needed.); 1 large Red Bell Pepper (Other sweet peppers can be used; try yellow or orange varieties.); 1 medium Yellow Squash (Zucchini can be substituted for a similar flavor profile.); 4 cloves Garlic (Use garlic powder in a pinch (1 teaspoon).); 3 tablespoons Olive Oil (Substitute with avocado oil or vegetable oil.); 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano (Basil or thyme makes a good alternative.); 0.5 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (Omit for a milder dish.); 1 Lemon Zest (Fresh lime juice can be used for a tangy flavor.); Salt (Adjust to personal taste.); Black Pepper (Adjust to personal taste.)

Description

A wholesome, one-pan delight featuring succulent chicken and vibrant vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 pounds Chicken Breast (Substitute with chicken thighs for juiciness.)
3 cups Fresh Spinach (Frozen spinach can be used; thaw and drain excess moisture first.)
1.5 cups Cherry Tomatoes (Substitute whole tomatoes or grape tomatoes as needed.)
1 large Red Bell Pepper (Other sweet peppers can be used; try yellow or orange varieties.)
1 medium Yellow Squash (Zucchini can be substituted for a similar flavor profile.)
4 cloves Garlic (Use garlic powder in a pinch (1 teaspoon).)
3 tablespoons Olive Oil (Substitute with avocado oil or vegetable oil.)
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano (Basil or thyme makes a good alternative.)
0.5 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (Omit for a milder dish.)
1 Lemon Zest (Fresh lime juice can be used for a tangy flavor.)
Salt (Adjust to personal taste.)
Black Pepper (Adjust to personal taste.)

Instructions

Prep the chicken: Start by cutting the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
Season the chicken: In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes. Let marinate for about 10 minutes.
Chop the veggies: Dice the bell pepper, slice the yellow squash, and halve the cherry tomatoes. Mince the garlic.
Heat the skillet: Add olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, toss in the seasoned chicken and cook until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
Add the garlic and veggies: Sauté garlic for 1 minute, then add bell pepper, yellow squash, and cherry tomatoes. Cook for another 4-5 minutes.
Add spinach and lemon: Stir in fresh spinach and lemon zest until the spinach wilts (about 2 minutes).
Taste and adjust seasoning.
Serve: Once everything is vibrant and cooked, it’s time to serve!

Notes

Serve over rice, quinoa, or orzo. Add a side salad for a lighter option, and consider using feta cheese or balsamic glaze as toppings.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stir Fry
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 400
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Mediterranean, Chicken, Stir Fry, Healthy, Quick Dinner