Description
Savor the bold flavors of Savor Spicy Mediterranean Chicken with Creamy Cucumber Salad. This dish features juicy, marinated chicken grilled to perfection, paired with a refreshing cucumber salad that adds a delightful crunch. Perfect for summer gatherings, it’s an easy-to-make recipe that balances vibrant spices with cool creaminess. Impress your friends and family with this culinary delight that guarantees smiles around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 firm cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or mint, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Whisk together olive oil, garlic, paprika, cumin, coriander, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken breasts and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or oven: Heat grill to medium-high or preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook the chicken: Grill for 6-7 minutes per side or bake for about 25 minutes until juices run clear.
- Prepare salad: In a bowl, combine diced cucumbers with Greek yogurt and herbs. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Slice chicken and plate it with cucumber salad and a lemon wedge.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g) with salad (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg