Grilled Courtside Chicken Skewers with Herb Yogurt Dip

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

Juicy grilled chicken skewers marinated with fresh herbs and garlic, paired with a cool and tangy yogurt dip that’s perfect for outdoor fun and light meals. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, 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 (450 g), cut into 1-inch cubes boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 medium, finely diced cucumber
• 1 tsp lemon zest

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Add 1 pound cubed chicken breasts and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
2. Step 2: While the chicken marinates, prepare the yogurt dip by combining 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, 1/2 diced cucumber, and 1 teaspoon lemon zest in a small bowl. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
3. Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto soaked wooden skewers.
4. Step 4: Grill the chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
5. Step 5: Transfer the skewers to a serving platter and serve warm with the chilled herb yogurt dip on the side.