Description
Dive into the vibrant world of Mediterranean Chicken Tacos! This easy-to-make recipe showcases juicy marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy yogurt sauce, all wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, these tacos bring a taste of the Mediterranean right to your table. With customizable toppings and nutritious ingredients, they are sure to satisfy every palate while being a healthy option. Enjoy the burst of flavors and textures that make these tacos a delightful meal choice!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 8 small corn tortillas
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add the chicken breasts and coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the chicken in a preheated grill or skillet over medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through. Let it rest before slicing thinly.
- In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with lemon juice to create the sauce.
- Combine diced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta in another bowl for the salad topping.
- Warm tortillas on a skillet until pliable.
- Assemble tacos with sliced chicken, yogurt sauce, salad mixture on tortillas.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg