Mediterranean Diet Soft Chicken Tacos
Transport your taste buds to the sunny shores of the Mediterranean with these vibrant and healthy Mediterranean Diet Soft Chicken Tacos. Marinated in a fragrant blend of extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and cumin, the grilled chicken delivers tender, flavorful bites wrapped in wholesome whole wheat tortillas. Crunchy cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, briny Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese add a refreshing burst of texture and flavor, while a creamy Greek yogurt and lemon zest sauce ties it all together. Ready in just 35 minutes, these Mediterranean-inspired tacos are perfect for a quick, nutritious dinner or casual entertaining. Serve them fresh and warm for a culinary escape that highlights the best of heart-healthy ingredients and bold flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 whole wheat soft tortillas
- 2 small cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 red onion, finely sliced
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.75 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and coat them well. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, preferably up to 2 hours.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Grill the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink inside. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
Slice the chicken into thin strips.
In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with lemon zest and set aside.
Warm the whole wheat tortillas either in a dry skillet over medium heat or by wrapping them in foil and placing them in a warm oven for a few minutes.
Assemble the tacos by placing sliced chicken onto each tortilla, followed by diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped parsley.
Drizzle the yogurt sauce over the top of each taco.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Mediterranean-inspired soft chicken tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2845 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.2 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.9 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 504 mg | 168% | |
| Sodium | 6782 mg | 295% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 223.5 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.3 g | 133% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.4 g | ||
| Protein | 215.6 g | 431% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1468 mg | 113% | |
| Iron | 26.5 mg | 147% | |
| Potassium | 3687 mg | 78% | |
*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.
