Greek Chicken Souvlaki Skewers with Tzatziki
These Greek chicken skewers bring a taste of the Mediterranean right to your grill. Tender chicken skewers are marinated in a bright blend of olive oil, lemon, garlic, and herbs before being grilled to perfection. Served with a cool, refreshing Tzatziki sauce, these chicken skewers capture the simple, wholesome flavors of traditional Greek cuisine.
Equipment
- Skewers wood or metal
Ingredients
For the Chicken Souvlaki Skewers
- 900 g chicken thighs boneless, cut into 4 cm pieces
- 60 ml olive oil extra virgin
- 1 lemon juice and zest
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp oregano dried
- 1 tbsp thyme fresh, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper ground
For the Tzatziki Sauce
- 500 g greek yoghurt
- 1 cucumber peeled and grated
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp dill fresh, chopped
- Salt to taste
- black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated. Cover with cling film and refrigerate for at least two hours, preferably overnight.
- Make the Tzatziki Sauce: While the chicken is marinating, prepare the Tzatziki sauce. Squeeze out excess water from the grated cucumber using a clean towel or paper towels. In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with the grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, chopped dill, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to 200°C (400°F) and lightly oil the grates.
- Skewer the Chicken: Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers.
- Grill the Chicken Skewers: Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning every few minutes until the chicken is evenly charred and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 75°C/165°F).
- Rest and Serve: Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for about 5 minutes. Serve with a generous serving of Tzatziki sauce and your favorite sides.