Mediterranean Chicken Tacos with Fresh Tzatziki
Make these flavorful Mediterranean chicken tacos for a light, bright, and satisfying weeknight dinner. The grilled chicken pairs perfectly with cool tzatziki and salty feta.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Total Time: 35 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced Kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- For Tzatziki Sauce: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup grated cucumber (squeezed dry), 1 clove garlic (minced), 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon fresh dill, salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken marinade by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 20 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
- Prepare the tzatziki sauce: In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, squeezed cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, and fresh dill. Season with salt. Stir well and chill until ready to serve.
- Cook the chicken: Preheat your grill or a large skillet to medium-high heat. Grill or sear the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- Remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes. Dice or shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Warm the tortillas according to package directions; heating them on a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side works well.
- Assemble the Mediterranean chicken tacos: Fill each warm tortilla with the seasoned chicken. Top generously with crumbled feta cheese, sliced olives, fresh parsley, and a drizzle of the homemade tzatziki sauce.
Notes
- For a low carb chicken taco option, serve the filling in large lettuce cups instead of tortillas.
- If you prefer a different topping, a thin layer of hummus works well under the chicken for added creaminess.
- Serve these healthy chicken tacos alongside a simple cucumber and tomato salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tacos
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 550
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 105