Grilled Mediterranean Lemon-Oregano Chicken Skewers

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Tender chicken pieces marinated in lemon juice and oregano, grilled to juicy perfection and served with a tangy yogurt sauce. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs chicken breast, lemon juice, olive oil 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp dried oregano, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper; whisk to create the marinade.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb cubed chicken breast to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to penetrate.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated chicken pieces onto soaked wooden skewers.
  4. Step 4: Grill the skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes until chicken is cooked through and has slight grill marks.
  5. Step 5: While the chicken cooks, mix 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup diced cucumber, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, and 1 tsp lemon zest in a small bowl; season with a pinch of salt.
  6. Step 6: Serve the grilled chicken skewers hot with the tangy yogurt sauce on the side for dipping.

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