Greek Lemon Chicken Skewers with Tzatziki Sauce
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cuisine with these Greek Lemon Chicken Skewers paired with a creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfectly marinated and grilled, these skewers provide a juicy, tender bite that’s bursting with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs. The refreshing tzatziki, made with yogurt and cucumber, complements the dish beautifully, making it an ideal choice for barbecues, casual gatherings, or a light yet satisfying meal. Easy to prepare and packed with healthy ingredients, this recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser that will leave your guests asking for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt (for marinade)
- 1 cup plain yogurt (for tzatziki)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Fresh oregano
- 2 lemons (for marinating and serving)
- 1 cucumber (for tzatziki)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (plus more for grilling)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if using.
- In a bowl, mix salt, yogurt, minced garlic, oregano, pepper, lemon juice, and olive oil. Add chicken pieces and coat well. Cover and marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- For the tzatziki sauce, squeeze excess water from grated cucumber and mix with yogurt, garlic, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Chill until ready to serve.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers alternating with lemon slices.
- Grill skewers for about 5–7 minutes on each side until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot alongside chilled tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg