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Grilled Mediterranean Chicken Tacos

Grilled Mediterranean Chicken Tacos for a Flavorful Escape

Experience Grilled Mediterranean Chicken Tacos, a delicious and healthy weeknight meal bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast or chicken thighs for more moisture
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil extra virgin recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice or lime juice as a substitute
  • 4 cloves Garlic finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon Oregano dried; adjust if using fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika can be replaced with smoked paprika
  • Salt & Pepper to taste
  • Red Pepper Flakes for added heat; omit if desired
For the Fresh Salsa
  • 1 cup Cucumbers chopped
  • 1 cup Tomatoes fresh, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Bell Pepper diced
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion diced
  • 1/4 cup Parsley chopped
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
For Serving
  • 4 pieces Pitas or tortillas/lettuce wraps
  • 1 cup Tzatziki Sauce or sour cream/yogurt if unavailable

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • large skillet
  • cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, and salt and pepper. Mix in red pepper flakes for heat.
  2. Add chicken breast to the marinade, coating evenly. Cover and marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 45 minutes.
  3. Chop cucumbers, tomatoes, bell pepper, and red onion. Combine in a bowl with parsley and feta cheese. Drizzle with lemon juice and season.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high. Add olive oil and then marinated chicken. Cook for 3-5 minutes per side until cooked through.
  5. Warm pitas over gas flame or in a skillet, about 1 minute per side, or wrapped in foil in the oven at 350°F for 5 minutes.
  6. Assemble tacos with grilled chicken, salsa, and tzatziki sauce. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These tacos are easy to prepare, healthy, and full of flavor. Ideal for busy weeknights.

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