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Mediterranean Chicken Tacos

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A quick and fresh weeknight dinner featuring shredded chicken and Mediterranean flavors packed into tacos.

Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded (about 2 cups)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Taco shells or tortillas

Instructions

  1. Gather your cooked chicken and vegetables so everything is ready. Shred the chicken with two forks or pulse briefly in a food processor for uniform pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, add the shredded chicken, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, crumbled feta, sliced Kalamata olives, and chopped parsley.
  3. Drizzle the mixture with olive oil and lemon juice. Season lightly with salt and several grinds of black pepper. Remember feta adds saltiness so taste before adding more.
  4. Toss gently to combine everything without mashing the tomatoes or cucumber.
  5. Warm your taco shells or tortillas briefly in a dry skillet or oven, then fill each with a generous scoop of the chicken mixture.
  6. Serve immediately so the veg keeps its crunch and the shells stay crisp if using hard shells.

Notes

Use a firm cucumber so it does not get watery after mixing. If your feta is very salty, reduce added salt. Kalamata olives add distinct flavor; substitute with green olives if you prefer milder brine.

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Find it online: https://www.simplefamilydishes.com/quick-mediterranean-chicken-tacos/