MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN STIR-FRY

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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

2 cups water
1 cup quick-cooking barley
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
3 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium zucchini, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash crushed red pepper flakes
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

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

imaad bardien
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I'm not a big fan of bell peppers, but I really enjoyed this dish. The flavors were amazing.


Md Riyazul Islam
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This stir-fry was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Christopher Boswell
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I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were crisp and tender.


Phoenix demon
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This stir-fry was so easy to make and it was so delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


M0hammad waqas Waqas
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I really enjoyed this dish. The flavors were amazing.


Mosa Khan
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This stir-fry was a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I'll use less chili pepper next time.


Brian Jude
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I loved the flavors in this dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were crisp and tender.


Mulualem Semachew
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This stir-fry was really easy to make and it was so delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


Babuur Rahman
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I made this dish with chicken thighs and it turned out great. The meat was so juicy and flavorful.


Muarsh Kumar
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could use some more spices.


Jaydon Sandham
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I'm not usually a fan of stir-fries, but this one was really good. The combination of flavors was perfect.


Adeniji Buklov
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This stir-fry was easy to make and packed with flavor. I added some extra vegetables to mine and it turned out great.


Nikki Delozier
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the flavors and the chicken was so tender.


Lianique Loots
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were crisp and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.