GREEK CHICKEN with Tzatziki Sauce Recipe | Sal Governale

plain yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken thighs are more flavorful and often cheaper.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil can be more affordable while still suitable for cooking.

fresh dill

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried dill

Dried dill is more economical and has a longer shelf life.

Marinate chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, chopped garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.

Grill chicken skewers for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through and charred.

While chicken cooks, prepare tzatziki by grating cucumber and squeezing out excess moisture.

In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, chopped dill, vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and paprika.

Mix tzatziki until well combined and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Warm pita bread on the grill for 1-2 minutes on each side.

Slice grilled chicken and serve in pita with tzatziki, diced tomatoes, and lettuce.

Garnish with sliced onion if desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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