Lemon-Oregano Chicken Skewers with Tzatziki Sauce

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Juicy chicken skewers marinated in lemon juice and oregano, grilled to smoky perfection and served with a refreshing cucumber-yogurt tzatziki sauce. This Greek-inspired chicken recipe (mediterranean), ready in about 32 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 290 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: 20 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Greek cuisine 290 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp dried oregano, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to make a marinade.
  2. Step 2: Toss 1 lb cubed chicken breast into the marinade, coating thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Step 3: While chicken marinates, combine 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/2 small grated and drained cucumber, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, and 1 tsp lemon zest in a bowl. Mix well and refrigerate to chill.
  4. Step 4: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers.
  5. Step 5: Grill chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through and slightly charred. Remove and rest for 5 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Serve the skewers hot with chilled tzatziki sauce on the side for dipping.

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