Healthy Mediterranean Chicken Tacos
Delicious and nutritious chicken tacos with a Mediterranean twist, featuring marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy feta cheese.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts Can be substituted with turkey breast or chickpeas.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste Salt and pepper
For Assembly
- 4 pieces Taco shells or tortillas Use corn tortillas for gluten-free option.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- ½ cup red onion, diced
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled Can substitute with dairy-free cheese.
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients. Wash and chop vegetables.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken, coat well, and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat.
Cooking
- Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F).
- Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Assembly
- Slice the chicken into thin strips.
- Assemble tacos with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
For added flavor, squeeze fresh lemon juice over assembled tacos. Serve with salads or grilled vegetables.