Grilled Za'atar Chicken Skewers with Lemon Yogurt Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-28 · Updated 2026-04-28

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Juicy chicken marinated in za'atar and grilled to perfection, served with a tangy lemon-infused yogurt sauce. This Middle Eastern-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes, za'atar spice blend, 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: 40 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tbsp za'atar spice blend
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
8 wooden skewers, soaked in water

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Instructions

Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 lb chicken breast cubes with 2 tbsp za'atar, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss thoroughly to coat and marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Step 2: While chicken marinates, prepare lemon yogurt sauce by mixing 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt with 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Refrigerate until serving.
Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated chicken onto 8 soaked wooden skewers evenly.
Step 4: Grill chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
Step 5: Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 3 minutes. Serve warm with lemon yogurt sauce on the side for dipping.