Description
Delight in the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean Chicken Tacos that bring a taste of the Mediterranean to your dining table. These quick and easy tacos feature zesty lemon garlic marinated chicken, fresh cucumber tomato salsa, and creamy tzatziki sauce, all wrapped in warm whole wheat pita bread. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, these tacos are not only delicious but also healthy, packed with lean protein and fresh vegetables. With customizable toppings that cater to everyone’s tastes, you’ll find this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Persian cucumbers
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce
- 8 whole wheat pitas
- 2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 2 tbsp parsley (or mint, basil, dill)
- 1 lemon (juice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken chunks and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare the salsa by combining chopped cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley (or herbs), feta cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for about 6–8 minutes until cooked through.
- Warm pitas on a griddle until soft.
- Assemble tacos by filling each pita with chicken, salsa, and a dollop of tzatziki.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (200g)
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg