Crispy Greek Smashed Chicken Tacos with Tzatziki and Greek Salad
These Crispy Greek Smashed Chicken Tacos with Tzatziki and Greek Salad bring bold flavor, freshness, and crunch to your dinner table. They are fast, easy, and endlessly customizable. If you are looking for a new twist on taco night or craving something bright and herby, this recipe has you covered.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the Greek Smashed Chicken Tacos:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 12 small flour tortillas or street taco-size corn tortillas
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- 2 Persian cucumbers or 1/4 large cucumber grated
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 tbsp chopped dill
- 2 cloves garlic minced or grated
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Greek Salad Topping:
- 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes sliced
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 Persian cucumbers chopped
- 1/4 red onion diced
Instructions
- Make the Tzatziki: Grate the cucumber and squeeze out any excess liquid using a clean towel. In a bowl, combine the cucumber, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, parsley, dill, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well and set aside in the fridge while everything else comes together.
- Prepare the Chicken Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken with garlic powder, cumin, dill, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix just until combined.
- Sear the Smashed Tacos: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Place a small ball of the seasoned chicken in the center of a tortilla and spread it evenly with a spatula in a thin layer. Place the tortilla chicken-side down in the hot skillet and cook for 3 minutes until the chicken is golden and cooked through. Flip and toast the tortilla side for another 3 minutes until crisp. Repeat with remaining tortillas and chicken.
- Make the Salad: While the tacos cook, toss together romaine, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and feta in a bowl. Add 2-3 tbsp of tzatziki to the salad and toss.
- Assemble the Tacos: Spread each crispy taco with a generous spoonful of tzatziki, then top with a scoop of the Greek salad. Serve immediately.
Notes
✔️ Use a nonstick skillet or lightly oil a cast iron pan to prevent sticking when smashing and searing the chicken.
✔️ Make sure to flatten the chicken evenly so it cooks quickly and crisps up without drying out.
✔️ Tzatziki can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
✔️ You can sub ground turkey or beef if preferred—just adjust seasoning as needed.
✔️ Make sure to flatten the chicken evenly so it cooks quickly and crisps up without drying out.
✔️ Tzatziki can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
✔️ You can sub ground turkey or beef if preferred—just adjust seasoning as needed.
