EASY Homemade Greek Chicken Skewers Recipe (SOUVLAKI)

plain yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers a thicker consistency and tanginess.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and provides a similar texture.

Cut chicken breast into cubes and place in a bowl.

Combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl.

Pour marinade over chicken and toss to coat evenly.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to marinate.

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.

Grill chicken skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through and golden.

While chicken is grilling, prepare tzatziki by grating cucumbers and squeezing out excess moisture.

In a bowl, mix yogurt, grated cucumber, chopped dill, minced garlic, and vinegar.

Season tzatziki with salt and pepper to taste.

Chop tomatoes and red onion for the salad.

Serve grilled chicken skewers with tzatziki, chopped salad, and warm pita bread.

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