Description
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with these Greek yogurt-marinated chicken kebabs. Juicy pieces of chicken are marinated in a creamy blend of Greek yogurt, garlic, and zesty lemon juice, resulting in tender kebabs packed with flavor. Perfect for grilling or baking, these kebabs bring friends and family together for a memorable meal. Serve them alongside fresh veggies or a tangy tzatziki sauce for an irresistible feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add chicken cubes to the marinade and toss until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight for best flavor).
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C). Thread marinated chicken onto skewers; add bell peppers or onions if desired.
- Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until fully cooked.
- Serve warm with fresh herbs or tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kebab (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 90mg