Name: Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Skewers with Yogurt Sauce
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 700 grams Chicken breast (cut into 2-inch cubes); 3 tablespoons Olive oil; 2 tablespoons Lemon juice; 3 Garlic cloves (minced); 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped); 1 tablespoon Fresh oregano (chopped); 1 teaspoon Salt; 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper; 1 cup Greek yogurt; 0.5 Cucumber (grated); 1 tablespoon Fresh mint (chopped); 1 teaspoon Lemon zest; 6 Wooden skewers (8, soaked in water)

Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Skewers with Yogurt Sauce

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Enjoy these fresh and vibrant Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Skewers served with a tangy Greek yogurt sauce. Chicken breast pieces are marinated with olive oil, lemon, garlic, and herbs, then grilled and paired with a cooling cucumber-mint yogurt dip. Ideal for a healthy and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired meal.

Prep time

20 min

Cook time

12 min

Servings

Calories

320 kcal

These Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Skewers with Yogurt Sauce are a perfect choice for a fresh, flavorful meal that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress. Succulent pieces of chicken breast are marinated in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and a vibrant blend of herbs, then threaded onto skewers and cooked to perfection on the grill. Meanwhile, a tangy and cooling yogurt sauce is whipped up using Greek yogurt, cucumber, mint, garlic, and lemon zest, adding a refreshing touch to the juicy grilled chicken. This dish works wonderfully as a main course for a backyard barbecue, a family dinner, or meal prep for the week ahead. The marinade not only infuses the chicken with zesty, herby flavor but also keeps it tender and moist. Served with a fresh salad or warm pita, these skewers are a delicious and healthy option that highlight the best of Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

Servings

700 grams Chicken breast (cut into 2-inch cubes)
3 tablespoons Olive oil
2 tablespoons Lemon juice
3 Garlic cloves (minced)
2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
1 tablespoon Fresh oregano (chopped)
1 teaspoon Salt
0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
1 cup Greek yogurt
0.5 Cucumber (grated)
1 tablespoon Fresh mint (chopped)
1 teaspoon Lemon zest
6 Wooden skewers (8, soaked in water)

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

2. Add the chicken cubes to the marinade. Toss to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours for more flavor).

3. While the chicken marinates, prepare the yogurt sauce: Combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, mint, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.

4. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto soaked wooden skewers.

5. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates.

6. Grill the chicken skewers for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and nicely charred.

7. Serve the hot chicken skewers with the chilled yogurt sauce and garnish with additional herbs if desired.