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Bright Mediterranean Chicken Tacos with Tzatziki

Three fully loaded mediterranean chicken tacos featuring seasoned chicken, feta, tomatoes, olives, and a white sauce on a white plate.
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Make these flavorful Mediterranean Chicken Tacos for a quick, fresh weeknight dinner. This recipe combines zesty lemon-herb marinated chicken with cool tzatziki sauce and classic Greek toppings inside warm tortillas.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 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 Kalamata olives, halved
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce (optional)
  • For Tzatziki Sauce: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup grated cucumber (squeezed dry), 1 clove garlic minced, 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Combine olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
  2. Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, squeezed cucumber, minced garlic, fresh dill, lemon juice, and salt. Stir well and chill until ready to serve.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked through and lightly browned.
  4. Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas according to package directions. You can warm them briefly in a dry skillet or wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30 seconds.
  5. Assemble the Tacos: Fill each warm tortilla with a portion of the cooked chicken. Top with crumbled feta cheese, Kalamata olives, red onion, and tomatoes.
  6. Spoon a generous amount of the chilled Tzatziki sauce over the fillings. Serve immediately for a delicious, healthy chicken taco experience.

Notes

  • For a gluten free option, always use 100% corn tortillas.
  • If you prefer grilling, thread the marinated chicken onto skewers before cooking.
  • You can substitute the tomatoes with chopped bell peppers for extra crunch.

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