Lemon-Herb Greek Chicken Skewers with Tzatziki & Pita

These vibrant chicken skewers are marinated in a punchy blend of lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs that makes the meat incredibly juicy and fragrant right off the grill pan. Paired with cool homemade tzatziki and warm pita, this platter brings the energy of a Greek taverna straight to your kitchen table. It's an easy weeknight showstopper that looks like you spent hours but comes together in under an hour.

✨ An original recipe written by AI — not kitchen-tested, so trust your taste on seasoning & timing.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1.5-inch chunks
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 2 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
• 4 pita breads

Directions

1. In a large bowl whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, parsley, and salt to make the marinade.
2. Add chicken chunks to the bowl and toss well to coat, then let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes while you prep the rest.
3. Make the tzatziki by combining Greek yogurt with the grated cucumber, a pinch of salt, and a squeeze of lemon juice in a small bowl; refrigerate until serving.
4. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto 8 metal or pre-soaked wooden skewers, dividing evenly.
5. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and cook skewers for 4 to 5 minutes per side until charred at the edges and cooked through with no pink in the center.
6. Warm pita breads directly on the grill pan for about 30 seconds per side until lightly toasted.
7. Arrange skewers on a large platter with pita, a bowl of tzatziki, and a scatter of fresh parsley on top to serve.

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