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Flavorful Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Skewers with Easy Homemade Tzatziki

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These grilled lemon herb chicken skewers are juicy and tender with a bright, fresh marinade, paired perfectly with a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. Quick and easy to prepare, they are ideal for outdoor meals and crowd-pleasing gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 ½-inch cubes
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 2 medium lemons (about ¼ cup)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano (or 1 tablespoon fresh, finely chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Wooden or metal skewers (if wooden, soak in water for 30 minutes)
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat)
  • ½ medium cucumber, peeled and grated, excess water squeezed out
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (can substitute with mint or parsley)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade by whisking together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  2. Add chicken cubes to the marinade, toss to coat evenly, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally up to 2 hours.
  3. While chicken marinates, grate cucumber and squeeze out excess water. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir well and refrigerate until serving.
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). If using a grill pan, heat for about 5 minutes until smoking slightly.
  5. Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving space between pieces.
  6. Grill skewers for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Watch for flare-ups.
  7. Let skewers rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve with chilled tzatziki sauce.

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes but no more than 2 hours to avoid mushy texture. Squeeze excess water from cucumber to prevent watery tzatziki. Baste chicken with leftover marinade (not raw) during grilling if needed. Avoid overcrowding the grill to ensure proper charring.

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