Description
Spicy Mediterranean Chicken with Creamy Cucumber Salad is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that brings the essence of summer gatherings right to your table. Juicy marinated chicken infused with zesty spices pairs perfectly with a refreshing, creamy cucumber salad, making this recipe ideal for both entertaining and weeknight dinners. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or enjoying a quiet evening at home, every bite is sure to delight and impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 3 tbsp)
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or mint, chopped
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or oven: Set grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook the chicken: Grill each side for about 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare the salad: In a bowl, mix sliced cucumbers with Greek yogurt, dill or mint, salt, and pepper.
- Serve: Slice the cooked chicken and serve it alongside the creamy cucumber salad.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with salad (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg