Greek Lemon Chicken Souvlaki with Creamy Tzatziki and Herb Salad
Restaurant-quality Greek chicken souvlaki with creamy tzatziki - 30-minute healthy dinner under 500
Tender marinated chicken pieces threaded on skewers, grilled until charred at the edges while remaining juicy within, served with a cool cucumber-yogurt sauce brightened with lemon and fresh dill.
Ingredients
Serves 2
- 200g chicken breast, cubed
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice + 1 tsp zest
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (divided)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 150g non-fat Greek yogurt
- ½ cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (for tzatziki)
- 60g cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup kalamata olives
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
Method
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Combine 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp lemon zest, 2 minced garlic cloves, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken cubes and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours refrigerated.
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Meanwhile, prepare tzatziki: squeeze grated cucumber firmly to remove excess water. Mix yogurt, cucumber, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp olive oil, and chopped dill. Season with salt and pepper. Chill until serving.
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Make the salad: halve cherry tomatoes, slice red onion thinly, and combine with olives. Dress with 1 tbsp red wine vinegar and a drizzle of olive oil. Set aside.
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Thread marinated chicken onto 2 metal or soaked wooden skewers, about 4-5 pieces per skewer, slightly spaced apart for even cooking.
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Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat until smoking. Place skewers and cook 3-4 minutes per side, turning until charred marks appear and internal temperature reaches 75°C. The chicken should feel firm but still have slight spring when pressed.
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Rest skewers 2 minutes. Serve chicken alongside tzatziki, herb salad, and extra lemon wedges. Drizzle any remaining tzatziki juices over the plate.
Nutrition (per serving)
| Calories | 485 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 42 g |
| Carbohydrates | 18 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
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