Super flavorful Greek Chicken Kabobs marinated with zesty lemon juice, garlic and fresh herbs and served with the most delicious homemade tzatziki dipping sauce!
Summer is just meant for grilling and you guys these Greek chicken kabobs make the perfect summer recipe! This whole dish is light, fresh and packed with Greek flavors, and it really is a MUST for your menu this season. Tender, juicy chicken marinated in a lemony, garlicky dressing loaded with fresh herbs, and paired alongside fresh veggies with a creamy tzatziki dipping sauce makes this a complete healthy meal. Perfect for those weeknights when you need something easy and they’re also great for entertaining guests!
I love making kabobs, especially when entertaining in our home, because it’s such an effortless meal that comes together so easily and the chicken and veggies can cook together all at the same time. Not only can these be made ahead of time, but the skewers look beautiful served on a platter and clean-up is always a breeze!
INGREDIENTS FOR THE CHICKEN KABOBS
- Chicken breasts
- Olive oil
- Fresh lemon juice + zest
- Garlic
- Fresh herbs (I used oregano and parsley – dried oregano works great too!)
- Red wine vinegar
- Honey (I love the hint of sweetness!)
INGREDIENTS FOR THE TZATZIKI SAUCE
- Plain Greek yogurt
- Cucumber
- Olive oil
- Fresh lemon juice
- Garlic
- Fresh herbs (I used dill and parsley)
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HOW TO MAKE GREEK CHICKEN KABOBS
- Make your sauce. To make this flavorful marinade, just whisk together all your ingredients in a bowl and toss with the chicken. I like to pre-cut my chicken that way I can just easily thread it right onto my skewers with the veggies after it’s done marinating.
- Marinate the chicken. This marinade is seriously the BEST! Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, but no more than 4 hours as the acidity in the lemon juice will start to breakdown the chicken if left too long. I also like to reserve a bit of the sauce to brush over the chicken once it’s cooked and this sauce works great as a salad dressing too!
- Thread your skewers. While the chicken marinates, this is a good time to chop all your veggies. To make the kabobs, first layer on an onion slice, followed by some chicken, a zucchini slice, then a cherry tomato. Then just repeat these layers until you get to the end of the skewer, simple as that! This recipe makes about 8 to 9 large skewers. If using wooden skewers, make sure to soak them for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill. I use these skewers and they work great!
- Grill the kabobs. Pre-heat the grill on medium-high heat and place the skewers on the grill, cooking about 5 to 6 minutes per side. Feel free to brush the reserved marinade over top as they cook for even more flavor!
- Make the tzatziki sauce. While the chicken is on the grill you can make the dipping sauce! To make this, just mix together the yogurt, grated cucumber (make sure to squeeze out all the water so that the dip doesn’t get watery!), lemon juice, olive oil, garlic and fresh herbs. I also like to season with salt/pepper and top with fresh dill.
- Ready to eat! You can serve these kabobs over rice or quinoa along with some warm pita bread slices. Don’t forget the creamy tzatziki sauce!
CAN I BAKE THESE KABOBS?
Of course! To bake these, simply place them on baking sheet covered with foil or nonstick spray and bake in the oven at 400 degrees F for about 20 to 25 minutes, turning the kabobs halfway through. You’ll know the chicken is done with the juices run clear and the internal temp of the chicken reads 165 degrees F.
I mean it just doesn’t get any better than tender, juicy chicken breasts marinated in the most delicious zesty lemon dressing with fresh grilled veggies and a tangy tzatziki sauce, am I right?? Serve these kabobs with warm pita bread and a side salad (this marinade makes a delicious salad dressing too!) and you’ve got yourself a winning dinner!
