Mediterranean Diet Chicken Soft Tacos
Elevate your taco night with these flavorful Mediterranean Diet Chicken Soft Tacos, a healthy twist on a beloved classic! Juicy marinated chicken, infused with zesty lemon, garlic, and oregano, forms the centerpiece of this dish, perfectly complemented by fresh toppings like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, and parsley. Wrapped in wholesome whole wheat tortillas and finished with a creamy yogurt-tahini sauce, these tacos combine the vibrant, health-conscious elements of the Mediterranean diet with the handheld convenience of soft tacos. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy recipe is packed with protein, fresh veggies, and bold flavors, making it the ideal choice for a nutritious weeknight meal or casual dinner party. Perfect for anyone looking to enjoy guilt-free global cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 unit lemon
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 units whole wheat tortillas
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 unit cucumber
- 0.5 unit red onion
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons tahini
Instructions
Start by marinating the chicken. In a bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the juice of 1 lemon, minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, and 0.5 teaspoon black pepper.
Cut the chicken breast into thin strips and coat with the marinade. Allow it to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
While the chicken marinates, prepare the fresh toppings. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, thinly slice the red onion, and chop the parsley.
Heat a nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken strips and cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and lightly browned.
For the yogurt sauce, combine the Greek yogurt and tahini in a small bowl. Mix well to create a smooth sauce.
Warm the whole wheat tortillas over a dry skillet or in the oven for a brief minute to make them pliable.
Assemble the tacos by placing a portion of the cooked chicken onto the tortilla. Top with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, a sprinkle of fresh parsley, and crumbled feta cheese.
Drizzle the prepared yogurt-tahini sauce over the toppings.
Fold the tortillas over the filling to form soft tacos and serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3016 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.9 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.5 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 451 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 7768 mg | 338% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 244.5 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.2 g | 151% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 207.9 g | 416% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 3304 mg | 254% | |
| Iron | 10736.8 mg | 59649% | |
| Potassium | 3581 mg | 76% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
