Greek Chicken Flatbread (Printable View)
Flavorful marinated chicken atop warm flatbread with creamy tzatziki and fresh Mediterranean vegetables.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken Marinade
01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tsp dried oregano
06 - 1/2 tsp salt
07 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Flatbread Base
08 - 4 store-bought or homemade flatbreads (naan or pita)
→ Fresh Toppings
09 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
10 - 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
11 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
12 - 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
13 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
14 - 1 cup baby spinach or arugula leaves
→ Tzatziki Sauce
15 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
16 - 1 tbsp olive oil
17 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
18 - 1/4 cup cucumber, finely grated and drained
19 - 1 clove garlic, minced
20 - 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
21 - Salt and pepper, to taste
# How-To Steps:
01 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Add chicken breasts, turning to coat evenly. Marinate for 15 minutes to 1 hour for optimal flavor penetration.
02 - Combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, grated and drained cucumber, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
03 - Preheat grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear. Transfer to cutting board, let rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
04 - Heat flatbreads in dry skillet or oven at 350°F for 1-2 minutes until warm and pliable. Avoid over-toasting to maintain flexibility for folding.
05 - Spread generous layer of tzatziki sauce over each warm flatbread. Layer baby spinach or arugula, sliced grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle with additional tzatziki if desired and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The homemade tzatziki sauce takes five minutes but makes everything taste like you put way more effort in than you actually did
- You can prep all the components ahead and assemble in under ten minutes when you are ready to eat
02 -
- Squeeze as much liquid as possible out of your grated cucumber for the tzatziki or the sauce will be weirdly watery
- Letting the chicken rest before slicing is the difference between juicy meat and dry disappointment
03 -
- Warm your flatbreads in the oven at 350°F for 3 to 4 minutes instead of the skillet if you are making a big batch
- Slice your chicken against the grain for the most tender eating experience