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Mediterranean Chicken Tacos

Mediterranean Chicken Tacos

Enjoy flavorful Mediterranean Chicken Tacos, packed with protein and fresh vegetables.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 6 tacos
Calories 543 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Griddle
  • bowl

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice plus zest for more lemon flavor
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoon oregano
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Taco Fillings

  • 8 whole whole wheat pitas thin, I use Joseph's
  • 1 cup Persian cucumbers chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup red bell pepper chopped
  • ¼ cup red onion diced
  • 2 tablespoon parsley chopped
  • ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1 lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper
  • ½ cup tzatziki

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper in a large non-reactive bowl. Add the chicken pieces and marinate for at least 15 minutes, ideally 30-45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prep the Mediterranean salsa for the tacos by combining cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, parsley, feta cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil if desired.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once nice and hot, add the chicken pieces in a single layer. Cook for 3-5 minutes until golden brown, releasing naturally from the pan. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Warm the pitas so they are soft and don’t break. This can be done on a griddle with a touch of cooking spray. Top each pita with chicken, Mediterranean salsa, and a dollop of tzatziki.

Notes

Feel free to substitute herbs like mint, basil, or dill for the parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 543kcalCarbohydrates: 66gProtein: 43gFat: 17g
Keyword Chicken Tacos, Easy Recipe, Healthy Tacos, Mediterranean Chicken Tacos, Mediterranean Food, quick dinner
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