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Juicy Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Skewers with Easy Homemade Tzatziki Sauce

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A simple and flavorful grilled chicken skewer recipe marinated in lemon and herbs, served with a fresh, creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. Perfect for quick, crowd-pleasing meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice and zest of 2 large lemons
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, finely chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried oregano)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • Optional pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat or dairy-free coconut yogurt for vegan)
  • 1/2 large cucumber, peeled and grated
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8–10 wooden or metal skewers (if wooden, soak in water for 30 minutes before grilling)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, chopped oregano, parsley, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  2. Toss the chicken cubes in the marinade until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.
  3. Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  5. Remove chicken from marinade, shaking off excess liquid. Thread chicken onto soaked skewers, leaving space between pieces.
  6. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and brush grates lightly with oil.
  7. Grill skewers for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Avoid moving skewers too much.
  8. Transfer skewers to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes.
  9. Serve hot with a generous dollop of homemade tzatziki sauce, garnished with lemon wedges and fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Marinate chicken for no longer than 30 minutes to avoid mushy texture. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Squeeze excess moisture from cucumber to avoid watery tzatziki. Use fresh dill for best flavor. Rest chicken after grilling to lock in juices.

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