Embark on a culinary journey to the Mediterranean with our tantalizing chicken and artichoke stir-fry. This delectable dish offers a vibrant blend of zesty flavors, featuring tender chicken, succulent artichoke hearts, a medley of colorful vegetables, and a tangy, aromatic sauce. Juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp bell peppers, and earthy sun-dried tomatoes add a delightful texture and freshness to each bite. Marinated in a symphony of herbs and spices, the chicken takes center stage, boasting a savory and slightly smoky flavor. Meanwhile, the artichoke hearts, sautéed to perfection, lend a delicate nuttiness and a hint of sweetness. Accompanying the stir-fry is a selection of mouthwatering recipes that will transport you to the heart of the Mediterranean. Indulge in the classic flavors of tzatziki sauce, a creamy cucumber yogurt dip that adds a refreshing touch to any dish. Explore the vibrant flavors of a Greek salad, featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty vinaigrette dressing. Unleash your inner chef and discover the art of Mediterranean cuisine with these flavorful recipes.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
GREEK CHICKEN & ARTICHOKES
Because it's so easy and fast, this recipe was a perennial favorite with my friends during our college years. I've also added olives and onions to the mix to give it a little something extra. -Caitlin Chaney, Palm Harbor, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Toss chicken with Greek seasoning. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir until lightly browned. Add mushrooms; cook and stir 2 minutes longer., Stir in tomatoes and artichoke hearts. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 8-12 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Serve with rice. Top with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 704mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN STIR-FRY
Barley is a chewier and more flavorful alternative to white rice. Try making the switch in this quick and colorful garden-fresh stir-fry. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in barley. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until barley is tender. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in 2 teaspoons oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm., Stir-fry onion in remaining oil for 3 minutes. Add the zucchini, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, pepper and pepper flakes; stir-fry 2-4 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add the chicken, tomatoes, olives and parsley. Serve with barley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 498mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHICKEN WITH ARTICHOKES AND SUNDRIED TOMATOES
Sun-dried tomatoes and feta cheese give this simple chicken dish a delightfully different twist.
Provided by Bren
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir onion and garlic in hot oil for 1 minute. Add chicken; cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir chicken broth, artichoke hearts with juice, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, salt, oregano, basil, and black pepper into chicken mixture; cover skillet and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 10 more minutes.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook angel hair in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and transfer pasta to a platter; spoon chicken mixture over pasta. Sprinkle with feta cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.1 calories, Carbohydrate 49.9 g, Cholesterol 78 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 33.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 1722 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN SKILLET
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and saute until cooked through, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- Add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil to the skillet. Add the tomatoes and cook until they start to blister, pop and release their juices, about 3 minutes. Lightly mash them with a wooden spoon or fork. Stir in the artichoke hearts with the marinade, olives and roasted red peppers. Season with salt and pepper and cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the parsley and cooked chicken and cook for another minute.
- Meanwhile, cook the frozen rice according to the package instructions. Transfer the rice to a serving bowl and top with the chicken mixture.
BRAISED CHICKEN WITH ARTICHOKES AND OLIVES
Imbued with the classic Mediterranean flavors of artichokes, garlic, mint and olives, this braised chicken is complex and highly satisfying, with a white wine sauce brightened with lemon. Fresh artichokes have the most pronounced character and meatiest texture, but if you can't get them or don't want to go to the trouble of cleaning them, you can substitute frozen artichoke hearts (you'll need a 9- or 10-once package). Serve this with crusty bread for sauce-mopping.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories one pot, main course
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon into a large bowl of water. Discard the outer leaves of each artichoke. As you do so, and as you continue cleaning the artichokes, dip them into the lemon water to stop the cut sides from browning. Use a paring knife to peel the base and stems. Slice off the top third of each artichoke. Slice the artichokes in half lengthwise. Using a teaspoon or grapefruit spoon, scoop out the hairy chokes inside, pulling out any prickly purple leaves as well. Slice each half into three pieces. Put trimmed artichoke pieces in lemon water until needed.
- Heat oven to 375 degrees. Pat the chicken dry with paper towel and season with salt and pepper. In a large (12-inch) ovenproof skillet with a lid, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and sear in batches until well browned, 5 to 7 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate.
- Add artichokes and garlic to pan, adding more oil if needed, and cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and red pepper flakes; cook 1 minute more.
- Pour in wine and stir in olives, rosemary branches and grated zest of 1/2 lemon. (Do not discard after zesting.) Return chicken to pan. Bring liquid to a simmer.
- Cover pan and transfer to oven. Cook until chicken is tender, 30 to 35 minutes. (Check white meat after 25 minutes and remove from oven if done.) Transfer chicken to a plate and place skillet over medium-high heat. Simmer until pan juices thicken and become saucelike, about 3 to 5 minutes. Whisk in butter.
- Return chicken to pan and sprinkle with cheese. Adjust oven heat to broil and place pan in the oven until cheese is melted and golden, 2 to 3 minutes. (Watch carefully to see that it does not burn.) Squeeze juice of remaining lemon half over pan and serve garnished with chives or mint if you like.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1047, UnsaturatedFat 45 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 71 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 77 grams, SaturatedFat 20 grams, Sodium 1364 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 1 gram
MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN
Sauteed chicken simmered in a sauce of tomatoes, olives, white wine, garlic, and herbs. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association. Preparation time: 20 minutes.
Provided by Robyn Webb
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the oil and 2 tablespoons white wine in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and saute about 4 to 6 minutes each side, until golden. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Saute garlic in pan drippings for 30 seconds, then add onion and saute for 3 minutes. Add tomatoes and bring to a boil. Lower heat, add 1/2 cup white wine and simmer for 10 minutes. Add thyme and basil and simmer for 5 more minutes.
- Return chicken to skillet and cover. Cook over low heat until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside. Add olives and parsley to the skillet and cook for 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7.2 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 28.6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 268.1 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will give your stir-fry the best flavor and texture.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. If you add too much food to the pan at once, it will steam instead of fry. Cook the chicken and vegetables in batches if necessary.
- Stir-fry over high heat. This will help to create a nice sear on the chicken and vegetables and prevent them from becoming soggy.
- Add the sauce towards the end of cooking. This will help to prevent the sauce from burning.
- Serve immediately. Stir-fry is best served hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
Mediterranean chicken and artichoke stir-fry is a quick and easy meal that is packed with flavor. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables, and it's also a healthy and delicious option for a weeknight dinner. With its combination of savory chicken, tender artichokes, and flavorful Mediterranean spices, this stir-fry is sure to please everyone at the table.
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