Name: Mediterranean Chicken Tacos
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 500g (1.1lb) chicken thighs, cut into strips; 2 Tbsp (30ml) olive oil; 2 Tbsp (30ml) lemon juice; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp (5g) cumin; 1 tsp (5g) smoked paprika; 0.5 tsp (2g) oregano; 0.5 tsp (2g) sumac (optional); 0.5 tsp (3g) salt; 0.25 tsp (1g) black pepper; 8 small (≈8cm/3inch) whole-wheat or corn tortillas; 120g (4oz) Greek yogurt; 1 Tbsp (15ml) olive oil (for sauce); 1 tsp (5ml) lemon zest; 1 Tbsp (15g) dill, chopped; 0.5 cucumber, diced; 0.25 cup (35g) feta cheese; 0.25 cup (40g) cherry tomatoes, diced; 2 Tbsp (30g) Kalamata olives, sliced; 2 Tbsp (10g) red onion, sliced; 1 Tbsp (5g) mint, chopped; 1 Tbsp (5g) parsley, chopped; 1 Tbsp (15g) pomegranate seeds; 1 tsp (5g) smoked sea salt

Description

These Mediterranean Chicken Tacos offer a flavorful twist on a classic, combining Greek-inspired spices with fresh ingredients for a healthy and delicious meal. They’re quick to prepare and perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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500g (1.1lb) chicken thighs, cut into strips
2 Tbsp (30ml) olive oil
2 Tbsp (30ml) lemon juice
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp (5g) cumin
1 tsp (5g) smoked paprika
0.5 tsp (2g) oregano
0.5 tsp (2g) sumac (optional)
0.5 tsp (3g) salt
0.25 tsp (1g) black pepper
8 small (≈8cm/3inch) whole-wheat or corn tortillas
120g (4oz) Greek yogurt
1 Tbsp (15ml) olive oil (for sauce)
1 tsp (5ml) lemon zest
1 Tbsp (15g) dill, chopped
0.5 cucumber, diced
0.25 cup (35g) feta cheese
0.25 cup (40g) cherry tomatoes, diced
2 Tbsp (30g) Kalamata olives, sliced
2 Tbsp (10g) red onion, sliced
1 Tbsp (5g) mint, chopped
1 Tbsp (5g) parsley, chopped
1 Tbsp (15g) pomegranate seeds
1 tsp (5g) smoked sea salt

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Instructions

Marinate Chicken: Combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, oregano, sumac, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken strips and marinate for 15-20 minutes.
Prepare Tzatziki: Mix Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon zest, dill, and cucumber. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Cook Chicken: Sear chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side, until cooked through. Rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
Warm Tortillas: Microwave tortillas covered with a damp towel for 30 seconds, or heat individually in a dry skillet.
Assemble Tacos: Spread tzatziki on tortillas, top with chicken, feta, tomatoes, olives, onion, mint, parsley, pomegranate seeds, and smoked sea salt.

Notes

For the best tzatziki, use full-fat Greek yogurt and squeeze excess water from the cucumber. Soaking red onion in cold water can mellow its flavor.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tacos
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 10 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 30 g
Cholesterol: 100 mg