Greek Chicken Souvlaki That Beats Takeout

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

This Greek Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce recipe is a flavorful and healthy option for an easy dinner. Perfectly marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection embody the Mediterranean diet principles.

Paired with a refreshing tzatziki sauce, this dish is not only delicious but also simple to prepare, making it an ideal choice for weeknight meals.

Easy Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe

This recipe features succulent chicken marinated in fragrant herbs and spices, grilled on skewers, and served with a creamy, tangy tzatziki sauce. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and cook, serving up to 4 people.

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 skewers (soaked in water if wooden)
For Tzatziki Sauce:
1 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt to taste
Fresh dill, chopped (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces and coat well. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the fridge.
Make the Tzatziki: In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined and season with salt and dill if using. Refrigerate until serving.

Skewer the Chicken: Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving space between the pieces for even cooking.
Grill the Chicken: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place skewers on the grill and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
Serve: Remove the skewers from the grill and let rest for a few minutes. Serve hot with tzatziki sauce on the side and your choice of sides like pita or a Greek salad.