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Greek Inspired Crispy Chicken Tacos

Updated: Jan 1, 2026 Published: Dec 31, 2025 by Lola Jay This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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These Greek Crispy Chicken Tacos are what happen when taco night goes on a Mediterranean vacation, and they’ve quickly become a household obsession. Crunchy, golden tortillas stuffed with juicy rotisserie chicken, melted mozzarella, tangy feta, and topped with a fresh Greek-style salad and a swipe of creamy tzatziki. They hit every texture craving

Golden brown Greek crispy chicken tacos filled with lettuce, tomatoes, and olives in a close-up view.

It started as a lazy “what’s in the fridge” situation and turned into a full-blown favorite. Frying the tortillas gives you those irresistible crispy-cheese edges (you know the ones), and the whole thing comes together faster than you can say “Tuesday night dinner.”

Perfect for busy weeknights, game nights, or low-key hosting where everyone builds their own — no forks, no rules, just vibes.


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  • Ingredient Notes
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Why You’ll Love This Crispy Chicken Taco

Crispy-melty magic – Golden fried tortillas + gooey cheese = textural perfection.

Zero stress dinner – Rotisserie chicken does the heavy lifting so you don’t have to.

Fresh meets indulgent – Cheesy crunch meets bright, herby salad and creamy tzatziki.

Crowd-pleaser vibes – Let everyone build their own. No complaints. Just happy faces.

Dip it, dunk it, devour it – Serve with tzatziki, hummus, or whatever you’ve got. These tacos love a good dip.


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Greek crispy chicken tacos filled with lettuce, tomatoes, olives, and shredded chicken on a parchment-lined tray.

Ingredient Notes

Rotisserie chicken: Juicy, flavorful, and already cooked — the ultimate shortcut protein.

Flour tortillas: Soft enough to fold but sturdy enough to crisp beautifully in the pan.

Mozzarella cheese: Melts easily and helps glue everything together while frying.

Feta cheese: Adds salty, tangy Greek flavor that cuts through the richness.

Kalamata olives: Briny and bold, bringing classic Mediterranean depth.

Cherry tomatoes: Sweet, juicy, and fresh — perfect for balancing the crispy tacos.

Red onion: Adds crunch and sharpness to the salad topping.

Lettuce: Keeps the tacos light and fresh once they’re opened.

Olive oil: Used both for the salad and frying, adding richness and Mediterranean flavor.

Salt + black pepper: Simple seasoning that lets the Greek flavors shine.

Tzatziki: Cool, creamy, and essential for dipping or drizzling.

French fries (optional): Especially good stuffed inside the tacos.


Instructions

Full recipe and instructions in the recipe card at the end of post

Chopped tomatoes and olives with onions in a bowl, with cherry tomatoes and greens in the background.

Step 1: Mix tomatoes, olives, red onion, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Hand shredding cooked chicken breast in a bowl on a wooden table.

Step 2: Pull apart rotisserie chicken into bite-size pieces.

Hands adding shredded chicken and cheese to a tortilla in a frying pan.

Step 3: Heat up olive oil and place tortilla in it. Add Cheese, shredded chicken and feta while tortilla is cooking.

Chicken taco being cooked in a pan with a spatula on a wooden surface background.

Step 4: Gently fold tortillas in half

Person holding a taco with lettuce, chicken, cheese, and vegetables, with tacos in the background.

Step 5: Open tacos, add lettuce, salad topping, and fries if using.

Hand holding a taco dipping into white sauce in a small bowl on a wooden table.

Step 6: Dip generously in tzatziki.


Substitutions & Variations

Swap the protein: Use grilled chicken, rotisserie turkey, or even leftover lamb.

Make it vegetarian: Skip the chicken and add roasted mushrooms or chickpeas.

Use pita instead: Cut into halves and crisp like quesadillas.

Add herbs: Fresh dill or oregano in the salad adds extra Greek flavor.

Spicy twist: Add crushed red pepper or chili oil before frying.


Close-up of Greek crispy chicken tacos filled with lettuce, tomatoes, olives, and shredded chicken.

FAQ

Can I bake these instead of frying?

Yes — brush lightly with olive oil and bake at 400°F for 12–15 minutes, flipping once.

Do these stay crispy?

They’re best eaten fresh, but stay crispy for about 20–30 minutes.

What’s the best dipping sauce besides tzatziki?

Garlic yogurt sauce, lemon tahini, or whipped feta all work beautifully.

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Golden Greek crispy chicken tacos filled with shredded ingredients and fresh greens.

Greek Crispy Chicken Tacos

These Greek Crispy Chicken Tacos are what happen when taco night goes on a Mediterranean vacation, and they’ve quickly become a household obsession. Crunchy, golden tortillas stuffed with juicy rotisserie chicken, melted mozzarella, tangy feta, and topped with a fresh Greek-style salad and a swipe of creamy tzatziki. They hit every texture craving
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: tacos
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 401kcal
Author: Lola Jay

Ingredients

  • 1 rotisserie chicken shredded
  • 8 8-inch flour tortillas
  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ¾ cup Kalamata olives sliced
  • 1½ cups chopped lettuce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes sliced
  • ⅓ cup red onion diced
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil for salad
  • Pinch salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoon olive oil for frying tacos
  • Tzatziki for serving
  • French fries for serving (optional)

Instructions 

Make the Salad Topping

  • In a bowl, mix cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, red onion, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
    ¾ cup Kalamata olives, 1½ cups chopped lettuce, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, ⅓ cup red onion, Pinch salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon olive oil

Prepare the Chicken

  • Shred the rotisserie chicken and set aside.
    1 rotisserie chicken

Fry the Tacos

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
    3 tablespoon olive oil
  • Add in the tortilla and spread the grated mozzarella cheese across the tortilla. Top with chicken on half the tortilla and add crumbled feta on top.
  • Fold taco in half and fry tacos for about 2 minutes per side until golden and crispy.

Finish & Serve

  • Open tacos carefully. Add chopped lettuce, spoon over the tomato-olive salad, and tuck in fries if using.
    French fries
  • Serve warm with tzatziki for dipping.
    Tzatziki

Notes

Nutrition facts are only estimates.

Storage & Reheating

  • Store: Keep leftover components separate in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat tacos: Re-crisp in a skillet or air fryer — avoid the microwave.
  • Salad: Best fresh.

Nutrition

Calories: 401kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 101mg | Sodium: 973mg | Potassium: 119mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 343IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 230mg | Iron: 2mg

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Just your not so average girl next door who loves all things food. I was born in Paris, France to a tribe of women who love to cook and bake! I bring you quick and easy recipes from all over the world, but my heart (and taste buds) belong to Mediterranean cuisine. As a mom and stepmom to four kids, quick and delicious is my goal!

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