Lemon-Garlic Chicken Skewers with Herb Yogurt Dip

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Juicy grilled chicken skewers marinated in a zesty lemon and garlic blend, served with a refreshing herb yogurt dip. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 75 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, lemon juice, garlic cloves, minced 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: 65 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cut 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs into 1.5-inch cubes. In a bowl, combine 3 tbsp lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add chicken cubes and toss well to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  2. Step 2: Meanwhile, soak 8 wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt with 2 tbsp finely chopped parsley, 1 tbsp finely chopped dill, and 1 tsp lemon zest. Refrigerate until serving.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated chicken cubes onto soaked skewers evenly. Grill skewers for 4-5 minutes per side until chicken is golden with slight char and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F.
  4. Step 4: Serve the hot chicken skewers with the chilled herb yogurt dip for a playful and flavorful bite.

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