Zesty Mediterranean Lemon Herb Chicken Skewers with Garlic Yogurt Dip

Name: Zesty Mediterranean Lemon Herb Chicken Skewers with Garlic Yogurt Dip
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast (cut into 1-inch cubes); 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground); 8 pieces wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes); 1 cup Greek yogurt; 1 clove garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)

HealthyMediterraneanDinnerQuickEasyFamily-Friendly

⏱️ 20m PREP

🔥 15m COOK

👥 4 SERVINGS

⚡ 320 CAL/SERV

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Overview

Juicy chicken skewers marinated in lemon and herbs, paired with a creamy garlic yogurt dip for a refreshing Mediterranean feast.

Macronutrients per serving

grams

Protein

36.0g 61%

Fat

14.0g 24%

Carbs

9.0g 15%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C

25% DV

Supports immune function

☀️ Vitamin B6

30% DV

Important for brain health

🔺 Iron

10% DV

Essential for blood production

🔺 Calcium

15% DV

Key for bone health

💧 Omega-3

5% DV

Supports heart health

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds chicken breast cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
8 pieces wooden skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes

Garlic Yogurt Dip

1 cup Greek yogurt
1 clove garlic minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

1 In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, thyme, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
2 Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and toss to coat well. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
3 While the chicken is marinating, prepare the garlic yogurt dip. In a small bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
4 Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto the soaked wooden skewers.
5 Grill the chicken skewers for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
6 Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
7 Serve the chicken skewers with the garlic yogurt dip on the side. Enjoy!