Mediterranean Lemon-Oregano Grilled Chicken with Tzatziki

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

Juicy grilled chicken marinated in lemon and oregano, served with a refreshing cucumber tzatziki sauce perfect for a light Mediterranean meal. This Brazilian recipe (mediterranean), ready in about 85 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, fresh lemon juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp dried oregano
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 medium, peeled and grated cucumber
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
• 1 tbsp white vinegar
• 1 small, minced (for tzatziki) garlic clove
• 1/4 tsp (for tzatziki) salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 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 create a marinade. Add 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each), coating thoroughly, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
2. Step 2: Meanwhile, prepare the tzatziki by squeezing out excess water from 1/2 grated cucumber, then mixing it with 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp white vinegar, 1 small minced garlic clove, and 1/4 tsp salt. Stir well and refrigerate.
3. Step 3: Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill the marinated chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
4. Step 4: Remove chicken from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with chilled tzatziki sauce alongside grilled vegetables or pita bread.