Grilled Herb-Marinated Chicken Skewers with Lemon Yogurt Sauce
Tender grilled chicken skewers marinated in fresh herbs and garlic, served with a tangy lemon yogurt dipping sauce that balances smoky and bright flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired Father’s Day recipe, ready in about 52 minutes, pairs chicken breast, olive oil, fresh parsley 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, cut into 1-inch cubes chicken breast
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp honey
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade. Add 1 lb of chicken breast cubes, tossing to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Step 2: While marinating, prepare the lemon yogurt sauce by mixing 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 tsp honey, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
- Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers, leaving a bit of space between pieces.
- Step 4: Grill the chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the edges have nice grill marks.
- Step 5: Remove the skewers from the grill, let rest for 3 minutes, then serve hot with the lemon yogurt sauce on the side for dipping.









