Char-Grilled Greek Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-02 · Updated 2026-06-02

Juicy marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection, served with a refreshing cucumber-yogurt tzatziki sauce that highlights classic Greek flavors. This Greek-inspired chicken recipe (mediterranean), ready in about 77 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, olive oil, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 small, peeled and grated cucumber
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tsp white vinegar
• 1 garlic clove, minced (for tzatziki)
• 1/4 tsp salt (for tzatziki)

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs into 1-inch cubes. In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp dried oregano, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add the chicken cubes and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
2. Step 2: While the chicken marinates, prepare the tzatziki sauce by squeezing excess water from 1 small peeled and grated cucumber into a bowl. Add 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp fresh chopped dill, 1 tsp white vinegar, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1/4 tsp salt. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
3. Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving slight gaps between pieces.
4. Step 4: Grill the chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until nicely charred and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
5. Step 5: Serve the grilled chicken souvlaki hot with a generous dollop of chilled tzatziki sauce alongside warm pita bread or a simple Greek salad.