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Mediterranean Chicken Tacos with fresh vegetables and herbs

Mediterranean Chicken Tacos

Fresh and flavorful Mediterranean chicken tacos with lemon-marinated chicken, crunchy vegetables, and tzatziki wrapped in whole-wheat pitas for a quick weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 8 servings

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch chunks Thighs work too.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil Plus more to drizzle.
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice Zest optional for more lemon flavor.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

For the Tacos

  • 1 cup Persian cucumbers, chopped Or English cucumber, seeded.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 2 tbsp parsley, chopped Or mint, basil, or dill.
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled Use a vegan feta to keep it dairy-free.
  • 1 lemon juiced For the salsa.
  • 1/2 cup tzatziki Store-bought or homemade.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large non-reactive bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Add chicken chunks and toss to coat. Marinate at least 15 minutes; 30–45 minutes is ideal. Keep the bowl refrigerated while marinating.
  • While the chicken marinates, combine cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and feta in a bowl. Squeeze in lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and drizzle a little olive oil if desired. Stir and taste.

Cooking

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add a touch of oil if your pan needs it.
  • Add chicken pieces in a single layer. Let them cook undisturbed 3–5 minutes until a golden crust forms and they release naturally from the pan.
  • Flip the pieces and cook another 3–4 minutes until browned and cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).

Assembly

  • Warm pitas on a griddle or skillet briefly until soft and pliable. Lightly spray or brush with oil to prevent drying.
  • Assemble: top each pita with chicken, a generous spoonful of Mediterranean salsa, and a dollop of tzatziki. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra brightness, serve with lemon wedges. Pair with light Greek salad or grilled vegetables. For meal prep, store chicken and salsa separately.
Keyword chicken tacos, Easy Dinner, Healthy Meal, Mediterranean chicken tacos, Weeknight Meals