
These Cucumber Dill Chicken Tacos are a refreshing twist on traditional tacos, combining tender chicken with a zesty cucumber-dill sauce. Perfect for a light meal or a summer gathering, this Tacos Recipe is sure to impress your guests.
The preparation is simple, making it easy to whip up a delicious meal in no time. You can customize the toppings to your liking, adding fresh vegetables or your favorite salsa.
Refreshing Cucumber Dill Chicken Tacos
This recipe features grilled chicken seasoned with herbs, topped with a creamy cucumber-dill sauce and served in warm tortillas. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- Sliced avocado for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Preheat the grill or a skillet over medium-high heat. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the Chicken: Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Make the Cucumber Dill Sauce: In a bowl, combine diced cucumber, Greek yogurt, fresh dill, and lemon juice. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the Tacos: Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Place sliced chicken on each tortilla, top with cucumber dill sauce, shredded lettuce, and diced tomatoes.
- Serve: Optionally, add sliced avocado on top. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Cucumber Dill Chicken Tacos.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 30g