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Mediterranean Chicken Tacos

Delicious Mediterranean Chicken Tacos for Healthy Weeknight Dinners

Delicious Mediterranean Chicken Tacos are healthy, customizable, and easy to prepare, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts easily substitutable with turkey or shrimp
  • ¼ cup olive oil essential for marinating
  • 3 cloves minced garlic adds fragrance
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano classic Mediterranean herb
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin adds warmth
  • to taste salt & pepper to enhance flavors
For the Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt creamy base for the sauce
  • 1 whole lemon freshly juiced
For the Salad Topping
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes adds color and juiciness
  • 1 cup diced cucumber adds crunch
  • ½ finely chopped red onion provides mild bite
  • ½ cup sliced Kalamata olives adds briny depth
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese adds tang and creaminess
For Assembly
  • 8 small corn tortillas or soft taco shells warm before assembling
  • to taste fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Grill or Skillet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparations
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken, ensuring it's well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 6–7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove and let rest before slicing.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt and lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
  4. In a large bowl, combine diced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese. Toss gently.
  5. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
  6. On each tortilla, layer chicken, salad topping, and drizzle with yogurt sauce. Serve warm.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken longer for deeper flavor. Check the internal temperature to ensure safety. Warm tortillas to prevent cracking. Adjust seasonings to your liking. Store components separately for freshness.

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