Grilled Chicken with Yogurt Sauce
Grilled Chicken with Yogurt Sauce is a delightful and healthy dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cuisine right to your dinner table. This quick and easy recipe features succulent chicken skewers marinated in a mix of olive oil, honey, and spices, then grilled to perfection. Paired with a creamy yogurt sauce infused with fresh dill and garlic, it’s a meal that the whole family will enjoy. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up this flavorful dish, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The combination of protein-packed chicken and zesty yogurt sauce creates a satisfying and nutritious option that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken breasts (cubed)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt (unflavored, full-fat)
- ¼ cup dill (finely chopped)
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 2 tbsp grated cucumber (squeeze any excess water)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 pinch of kosher salt
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Toss cubed chicken in olive oil, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, oregano, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Yogurt Sauce: Mix Greek yogurt with chopped dill, minced garlic, grated cucumber, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Chill in the fridge.
- Preheat Grill: Heat your grill to around 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Grill Chicken Skewers: Thread marinated chicken onto skewers and grill for about 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Serve: Pair the grilled chicken skewers with the chilled yogurt sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg