Description
Juicy grilled Mediterranean chicken tacos with lemon garlic marinade, fresh cucumber feta salsa, and creamy tzatziki.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast cut into 1 inch chunks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 half teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 half teaspoon black pepper
- 1 quarter teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup diced bell pepper
- 1 quarter cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 3 quarter cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste for salsa
- 8 small pitas
- 1 half cup tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes in a large bowl. Add the chicken and toss until fully coated. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare the salsa. Combine cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and feta in a bowl. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Toss gently and set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes until golden. Flip and cook another 3 to 4 minutes until fully cooked through.
- Warm the pitas in a dry pan or oven until soft and pliable.
- Assemble by filling each pita with chicken, topping with the fresh salsa, and finishing with a drizzle of tzatziki. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Letting the salsa sit for a few minutes enhances the flavor and creates a more cohesive topping.
- Cook chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 35 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean