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Marinated Chicken Souvlaki

BBQ season is in full swing and these Marinated Chicken Souvlaki skewers are a perfect way to eat healthy this summer.  They take 5 mins to prepare, 2 hours to marinate (for the best flavour), and another 15 mins to BBQ.   I like to serve them with tzatziki, a big Greek salad, and a side of pita bread.  The fresh squeezed lemon, garlic, olive oil, and oregano give these a zesty flavour that is sure to impress everyone in the family.
Author Nourish Your Life

Ingredients

Chicken Souvlaki Marinade

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 lemon
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breasts cut into bite sized pieces
  • 6 wooden skewers

Greek Yogurt Tzatziki

  • 1 6 oz container plain unsweetened Greek-style yogurt
  • 1/2 english cucumber peeled and grated
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp white vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  • Combine 1/4 cup olive oil, lemon juice, 2 cloves minced garlic, oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large resealable bag. Add chicken, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
  • Mix yogurt, cucumber, 1 tablespoon olive oil, vinegar, 1 clove minced garlic, and 1 pinch salt together in a bowl. Refrigerate tzatziki sauce for flavors to blend, 1 to 2 hours.
  • Pre-heat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Soak wooden skewers in a bowl of water for about 15 minutes.
  • Remove chicken from marinade and thread onto the soaked skewers. Discard unused marinade.
  • Cook the skewers on the preheated grill, turning frequently until nicely browned on all sides and chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 8 minutes per side. Serve with tzatziki sauce.