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Flavorful Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe with Easy Creamy Tzatziki Sauce

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Juicy, tender Greek chicken souvlaki grilled to perfection and served with a fresh, creamy tzatziki sauce bursting with cucumber and garlic. Quick and easy, perfect for weekday dinners or entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano (Greek oregano preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat preferred)
  • ½ English cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Wooden or metal skewers (wooden soaked in water for 30 minutes)
  • Optional: warm pita bread or flatbreads
  • Fresh parsley or extra dill for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cut the chicken thighs into even 1-inch cubes and place in a large bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, cumin (if using), salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour marinade over chicken and toss to coat evenly.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 1-2 hours.
  5. Grate cucumber and squeeze out excess water. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, fresh dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir well and refrigerate until serving.
  6. Thread chicken pieces onto soaked wooden or metal skewers, leaving space between pieces.
  7. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot.
  8. Grill skewers for 4-5 minutes per side (8-10 minutes total) until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and has grill marks.
  9. Let chicken rest for a couple of minutes off the heat.
  10. Serve skewers with creamy tzatziki sauce, warm pita or flatbreads, and garnish with fresh parsley or dill.

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning. Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes, ideally 1-2 hours for best flavor. Squeeze excess water from cucumber to avoid watery tzatziki. Use full-fat Greek yogurt for creaminess. If no grill is available, broil in oven or pan-sear in grill pan. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat gently to avoid drying out.

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