Anti-Inflammatory High-Protein Mediterranean Chicken Tacos

Enjoy a refreshing and nourishing twist on tacos with these Anti-Inflammatory High-Protein Mediterranean Chicken Tacos—perfect for anyone seeking hormone balance, weight loss, brain and gut health, and reduced inflammation. Protein-rich chicken strips are seasoned with Mediterranean spices and nestled in crisp red cabbage leaves, then topped with a vibrant mix of cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and fresh parsley. Creamy Greek yogurt and crunchy pumpkin seeds crown each taco, adding layers of flavor, fiber, healthy fats, and key micronutrients like magnesium, calcium, zinc, and vitamin C. With no grains, no major allergens, and no added sugars, this recipe comes together in about 20 minutes and is designed to help you eat healthier, feel full, and support your wellness goals with every bite.

Overview

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

8 min

Total Time

28 min

Yield

4 servings

Serving Size

2 tacos (325 grams)

Boneless, skinless chicken breast

Cut into bite-sized strips

1 pound

Extra-virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon

Smoked paprika

1 teaspoon

Ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon

Dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon

Sea salt

Or to taste

1/2 teaspoon

Lemon juice

Fresh squeezed

2 tablespoons

Red cabbage leaves

Washed; used as taco shells

8 large leaves

Cherry tomatoes

Halved

1 cup

English cucumber

Diced

1/2 cup

Fresh parsley

Finely chopped

1/4 cup

Plain Greek yogurt (nonfat or 2%)

For topping

1/2 cup

Pumpkin seeds (pepitas)

Raw or lightly toasted; for topping, adds magnesium and zinc

2 tablespoons

Steps

 
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Nutrition Facts

Calories per Serving

240

Total Fat

7g

Saturated Fat

1.5g

Trans Fat

0g

Monounsaturated Fat

4.5g

Polyunsaturated Fat

1g

Cholesterol

55mg

Sodium

250mg

Total Carbohydrates

13g

Dietary Fiber

4g

Soluble Fiber

1.5g

Insoluble Fiber

2.5g

Total Sugars

5g

Added Sugars

0g

Sugar Alcohols

0g

Protein

32g

Calcium

110mg

Iron

1.9mg

Potassium

670mg

Vitamin A

830mcg

Vitamin C

34mg

Phosphorus

275mg

This recipe was crafted to avoid the following ingredients:
Black Pepper
Garlic Powder
Onion Powder
Mustard
Mustard Seed
Gluten
Wheat
Soy
Tree Nuts
Peanuts
Sesame