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Greek Chicken Souvlaki

Greek Chicken Souvlaki: Juicy Skewers with Tangy Tzatziki

Discover the flavors of Greek Chicken Souvlaki with a creamy tzatziki. A delicious dish perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with avocado or canola oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons Dried Oregano or fresh oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper or white pepper for milder heat
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 2 cups Greek Yogurt regular yogurt can be used
  • 1 medium Cucumber finely grated and drained
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill or fresh mint as an alternative

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Greek Chicken Souvlaki
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken pieces with the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. While the chicken marinates, grate the cucumber, squeeze out excess moisture, and combine it with Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, fresh dill, and a pinch of salt. Stir well and refrigerate.
  3. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers, ensuring space between pieces. Preheat the grill to medium heat and brush the skewers with olive oil.
  4. Grill the chicken skewers for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. Serve the grilled chicken with tzatziki sauce, warm pita, sliced tomatoes, and red onions. Garnish with dill or lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight and ensure the cucumber is thoroughly drained before mixing into the tzatziki.

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