Zesty Lemon Herb Chicken Skewers with Garlic Yogurt Sauce 🍗🍋🌿
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
For the Chicken Skewers
1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
Zest of 1 lemon
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Skewers (wooden or metal)
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 clove garlic, minced
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh dill or parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken
Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Marinate Chicken: Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, mixing well to coat. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the fridge).
Prepare the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
Mix Sauce: In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste and set aside.
Cook the Chicken Skewers
Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Assemble Skewers: Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers.
Grill Chicken: Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
Serve
Plate the Dish: Serve the lemon herb chicken skewers with the garlic yogurt sauce on the side. Garnish with fresh dill or parsley if desired.
Tips and Variations
Add Vegetables: Include bell peppers, zucchini, or cherry tomatoes on the skewers for added flavor and nutrition.
Adjust Flavor: Modify the amount of garlic or herbs in the marinade and sauce to suit your taste.
Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Enjoy your Zesty Lemon Herb Chicken Skewers with Garlic Yogurt Sauce – a fresh and delicious meal!