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Grilled Mediterranean Chicken Tacos

Delicious Grilled Mediterranean Chicken Tacos You’ll Love

These Grilled Mediterranean Chicken Tacos are a vibrant feast redefining taco night, featuring tender chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Boneless and skinless recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Dried or fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika optional
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust based on spice tolerance
For the Fresh Salsa
  • 1 cup Cucumbers Seedless preferred
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Vine-ripened recommended
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Any variety
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion Soaked in water for mild flavor
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Can substitute with cilantro
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Athenos Crumbled Feta recommended
For Assembly
  • 4 pieces Pitas Warm for best texture
  • 1 cup Tzatziki Sauce Creamy addition that enhances flavor

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Marinating and Cooking Process
  1. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl. Marinade chicken breasts, cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Chop cucumbers, tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and crumble feta in a bowl. Drizzle with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and cook marinated chicken breasts for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and reach 165°F.
  4. Warm pitas by heating over gas flame or in a dry skillet for about 5 minutes.
  5. Slice the chicken and assemble tacos by placing chicken in pitas, topping with fresh salsa and tzatziki sauce. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, assemble tacos just before serving for freshness.

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