Mediterranean Diet Grilled Chicken Sliders
Elevate your next gathering with these Mediterranean Diet Grilled Chicken Sliders—a delightful fusion of bold, fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfectly marinated chicken breasts are infused with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano, then grilled to tender perfection for a smoky, savory taste. Served on toasted whole-wheat slider buns, they're layered with creamy cucumber yogurt sauce, crunchy cucumber slices, juicy cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, and tangy red onion for a refreshing, nutrient-packed bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, these sliders are ideal as a quick, healthy dinner or an impressive party appetizer, making them a must-try for fans of Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 8 whole-wheat slider buns
- 1 cup baby spinach leaves
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon dill, chopped
- 0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
Begin by preparing the marinade. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground black pepper, and salt.
Slice the chicken breasts into thin, even pieces, about the size of your slider buns, and place them into a resealable plastic bag.
Pour the marinade over the chicken, seal the bag, and massage gently to coat the chicken evenly. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour.
While the chicken is marinating, prepare the cucumber yogurt sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, chopped dill, a pinch of salt, and sliced cucumber in a small bowl. Set aside in the refrigerator.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Once the grill is ready, remove the chicken from the marinade and grill each piece for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Toast the whole-wheat slider buns on the grill for about 1-2 minutes until they are lightly golden.
To assemble the sliders, spread a layer of cucumber yogurt sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Add a piece of grilled chicken, a few spinach leaves, sliced cherry tomatoes, and thin red onion slices.
Top with the remaining half of the bun and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2114 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.6 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 390 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 3106 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 197.3 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.1 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.4 g | ||
| Protein | 192.2 g | 384% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 539 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 2596 mg | 55% | |
*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.
