Mediterranean Chicken Tacos That Beat Takeout
Fresh marinated chicken, crisp cucumber-tomato salsa, and creamy tzatziki in soft tortillas. Healthier than takeout tacos and ready in 25 minutes – perfect for weeknight dinners!
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast cut into 1-inch chunks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Mediterranean Salsa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes chopped
- 1 cup Persian cucumbers diced
- ½ cup red onion diced
- ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
To Serve
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- ½ cup tzatziki sauce or Greek yogurt
- Optional: Kalamata olives hummus
Instructions
Marinate Chicken
- Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken chunks and marinate 10-15 minutes.
Cook Chicken
- Heat a skillet over medium-high. Cook chicken 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F internal). Set aside.
Make Salsa
- Toss tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, feta, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Assemble Tacos
- Warm tortillas. Fill with chicken, salsa, and tzatziki. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
Health Benefits
Lean chicken provides high-quality protein, while cucumbers and tomatoes deliver hydration and vitamin C. Feta adds calcium, and olive oil offers heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. Lower in carbs and sodium than takeout tacos.
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 25g |
| Carbs | 22g |
| Fat | 11g |
| Fiber | 3g |
| Sodium | 520mg |
Tender marinated chicken meets cucumber-tomato salsa, feta, and tzatziki sauce in warm tortillas. It’s lighter than traditional tacos but just as satisfying for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
