Name: Grilled Mediterranean Chicken Tacos
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: For the marinade:; 1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch chunks; 2.5 tbsp olive oil; 2.5 tbsp lemon juice; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tsp oregano; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; For the salsa:; 1.25 cups cucumbers, diced; 1 cup tomatoes, seeded and diced; 1 cup bell pepper, diced; 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled; 1 tbsp lemon juice; Salt and pepper, to taste; For assembly:; 8 pita breads; 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce

Description

Juicy marinated chicken grilled until golden, tucked into warm pita bread, and topped with a fresh Mediterranean cucumber-tomato salsa and creamy tzatziki sauce. These Mediterranean-style chicken tacos are bright, fresh, and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

- For the marinade:
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 2.5 tbsp olive oil
- 2.5 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

- For the salsa:
- 1.25 cups cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup tomatoes, seeded and diced
- 1 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste

For assembly:
8 pita breads
1/2 cup tzatziki sauce

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Instructions

In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Add the chicken chunks and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 45 minutes for deeper flavor.
Prepare the salsa by combining cucumbers, tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese in a bowl.
Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the salsa and toss gently. Let sit for a few minutes so the flavors blend.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer.
Cook for 3–5 minutes without moving, then flip and cook another 3–4 minutes until golden and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
Warm the pitas in a skillet, over a gas flame, or wrapped in foil in a 350°F oven for about 5 minutes.
Fill each pita with grilled chicken, spoon over the Mediterranean salsa, and drizzle with tzatziki sauce.
Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

You can grill the chicken on skewers for extra smoky flavor.
Add olives or extra herbs to the salsa for a more Mediterranean twist.
Serve with a side salad or roasted potatoes for a complete meal.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Grilled / Skillet
Cuisine: Mediterranean