Greek Lemon Herb Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki and Horiatiki Salad
How to make healthy Greek chicken souvlaki with creamy tzatziki in 45 minutes. High-protein Mediterr
Tender marinated chicken skewers charred on a hot grill pan, served with cool garlicky tzatziki and a crisp horiatiki salad. The chicken achieves golden exterior while retaining juicy interior at 75°C internal.
Ingredients
Serves 3
- 180g chicken breast, cubed
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, minced (divided)
- 150g 2% Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber, grated and drained
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Method
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Step 1: Marinate the chicken - Combine 2 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, 1 tsp oregano, salt, pepper, and half the minced garlic in a bowl. Add chicken cubes, toss to coat, cover and refrigerate for 15-30 minutes. The acid tenderizes while herbs infuse flavor.
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Step 2: Make the tzatziki - Grate remaining cucumber, squeeze out excess water with clean towels. Mix Greek yogurt, remaining garlic, dill, 1 tsp olive oil, pinch of salt. Fold in cucumber. Chill until serving. Texture should be thick but pourable.
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Step 3: Prepare the horiatiki salad - Halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, slice red onion thin. Toss with red wine vinegar, remaining oregano, 1 tbsp olive oil. Let rest 10 minutes. Colors should remain vibrant, onions lose sharp bite.
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Step 4: Thread and cook chicken - Thread marinated chicken onto metal or soaked wooden skewers. Heat grill pan over high heat until smoking. Cook skewers 3-4 minutes per side, turning with tongs. Internal temp must reach 75°C. Look for golden-char marks and juices running clear.
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Step 5: Rest and serve - Let skewers rest 2 minutes. Plate over salad, drizzle tzatziki alongside. Garnish with extra dill and lemon wedge. Serve immediately while chicken remains warm.
Nutrition (per serving)
| Calories | 485 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 38 g |
| Carbohydrates | 18 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
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