Greek Chicken Kabobs with Homemade Tzatziki Sauce

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author/source: Recipe by: Lisa Bryan Shared By: Jamie Swartz

PREP TIME: 30 mins

COOK TIME: 25 mins

TOTAL TIME: 55 mins

SERVINGS: 6 servings

AUTHOR: Lisa Bryan

Greek Chicken Kabobs with TzatzikiThese Greek chicken kabobs are incredibly flavorful and a perfect grilling recipe. Serve this with a homemade tzatziki sauce!

INGREDIENTS

MARINADE

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

CHICKEN KABOBS

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, about 3 large chicken breasts, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces.
  • 1 red bell pepper, seeded, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 red onion, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
  • 1 zucchini, sliced

INSTRUCTIONS

  • To make the marinade, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • Place chicken pieces in a glass dish and pour the marinade over the chicken. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least one hour.
  • Light a gas or charcoal grill on medium-high heat. Thread the skewers with pieces of red onion, chicken, zucchini, and bell pepper. You can alternate the order.
  • Place the kabobs on the preheated grill, and cook about 5-7 minutes per side. The kabobs are done when the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are lightly charred about 15 minutes.
  • Serve with lemon wedges and tzatziki sauce. (recipe below)

NUTRITION

CALORIES: 135kcal,

CARBOHYDRATES: 11g,

PROTEIN: 10g,

FAT: 6g,

SATURATED FAT: 1g,

CHOLESTEROL: 24mg,

SODIUM: 460mg,

POTASSIUM: 487mg,

FIBER: 3g,

SUGAR: 6g,

VITAMIN A: 1395iu,

VITAMIN C: 77mg,

CALCIUM: 42mg,

IRON: 1mg

BEST TZATZIKI RECIPE (EASY & AUTHENTIC)

PREP TIME: 10 mins

TOTAL TIME: 10 mins

SERVINGS: 8 servings

AUTHOR: Lisa Bryan

Tzatziki is a creamy, yogurt-based sauce that will brighten up any summer meal. This easy, authentic recipe is perfect served alongside vegetables or grilled meats. Watch the quick video above to see how I make it!

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 1/2 cups greek yogurt
  • 1 medium cucumber, peeled and grated
  • 2 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Drain the grated cucumber by pressing down on it over fine-mesh sieve over a bowl. Alternatively, you could use a nut milk bag or cheesecloth and gently squeeze until all the moisture is out.
  • Mix all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl until everything is well combined.
  • Let the mixture rest for a few minutes for the flavors to meld together. Taste test to see if you need to add any extra herbs, lemon juice, or salt.
  • Serve immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

NUTRITION

CALORIES: 36kcal,

CARBOHYDRATES: 2g,

PROTEIN: 3g,

FAT: 2g,

SATURATED FAT: 1g,

CHOLESTEROL: 1mg,

SODIUM: 155mg,

POTASSIUM: 86mg,

FIBER: 1g,

SUGAR: 1g,

VITAMIN A: 35iu,

VITAMIN C: 2mg,

CALCIUM: 34mg,

IRON: 1mg