Mouthwatering Greek Chicken Souvlaki with Creamy Tzatziki

This Greek Chicken Souvlaki recipe is a delicious, gluten-free dish featuring tender marinated chicken and a creamy tzatziki sauce.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 8

Marinating Time 30

Total Time 1 8

Servings: 4 skewers

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Greek

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade

1.5 pounds Chicken Breasts Cut into 1 ½-inch cubes
⅓ cup Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh is preferred
3 cloves Garlic Minced
2 teaspoons Dried Oregano Can substitute with thyme
1 teaspoon Dried Parsley Can use fresh for more flavor
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste
½ teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground

For the Tzatziki Sauce

1 cup Greek Yogurt Opt for full-fat
1 medium Cucumber Grated and drained
1 clove Garlic Minced
1 tablespoon Dill Fresh is preferred
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Use fresh for best results
½ teaspoon Salt

Optional Garnishes

Fresh Herbs Dill or parsley
Sliced Cherry Tomatoes For freshness

Equipment

Grill
Mixing Bowl
skewers

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken breasts, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, parsley, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir well and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. Thread 8 to 9 pieces of chicken onto each skewer.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Grill skewers for 3 to 4 minutes on each side.
Remove skewers from the grill and let rest for a couple of minutes. Serve with tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinate for at least 30 minutes; overnight enhances flavor. Soak skewers to prevent burning. Check chicken is fully cooked before serving.

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