Description
Greek Lemon Chicken Skewers with Tzatziki Sauce are a delightful fusion of Mediterranean flavors, perfect for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners. Marinated in zesty lemon juice, garlic, and oregano, the tender chicken is grilled to perfection and served alongside a creamy tzatziki sauce made from Greek yogurt and fresh cucumber. This dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also adds a vibrant touch to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 juicy lemons (zest and juice)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, grated
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to prepare the marinade.
- Cut the chicken into cubes and marinate in the mixture for at least one hour in the fridge.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers; add vegetables if desired.
- Grill skewers for about 10 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F.
- To make the tzatziki sauce, mix grated cucumber with Greek yogurt, dill, and lemon juice; season with salt.
- Serve skewers hot with tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (175g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg