Description
Bright and simple, these Quick Mediterranean Chicken Tacos feature spiced chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 4 taco shells
- 1 tomato (chopped)
- 1 cucumber (chopped)
- 1 red onion (chopped)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- Combine olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Add the chicken breast to the marinade and let it sit for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, about 7–10 minutes.
- Chop the tomato, cucumber, and red onion into bite-sized pieces while the chicken cooks.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and cut it into strips.
- Assemble the tacos by placing chicken in taco shells, then topping with chopped vegetables, feta cheese, and a drizzle of tzatziki sauce.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, use plant-based feta and tzatziki. Choose gluten-free taco shells if necessary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean