Chicken Souvlaki is a classic Greek dish featuring tender marinated chicken, grilled to perfection and served with a tangy and refreshing tzatziki sauce. This dish is bursting with flavors and makes for a perfect option for a summer BBQ or a weeknight dinner. Serve it with pita bread, salad, and lemon wedges for a complete and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken Souvlaki:
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, peeled and grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to make the marinade.
- Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and toss to coat them evenly. Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight for the best results.
- While the chicken is marinating, prepare the tzatziki sauce. In a separate bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, fresh dill, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine all the ingredients. Cover the bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers.
- Grill the chicken skewers for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and slightly charred.
- Remove the chicken skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
- Serve the chicken souvlaki with the tzatziki sauce on the side. You can serve it with pita bread, salad, and lemon wedges for a complete meal.
- Enjoy the flavorful and tender chicken souvlaki with the refreshing tzatziki sauce!
