Grilled Chicken with Yogurt Sauce
If you’re on the lookout for a quick and healthy dinner option that bursts with flavor, look no further than this Grilled Chicken with Yogurt Sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is not only simple to prepare but also impressive enough to serve at gatherings. The smoky grilled chicken pairs beautifully with a creamy, zesty yogurt sauce, making it a family favorite. With vibrant Mediterranean flavors, it’s satisfying and nutritious—ideal for any meal. Plus, the recipe offers flexibility, allowing you to tailor it to your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (cubed)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp apple vinegar
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp oregano
- ½ tsp pepper
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt (unflavored, full-fat)
- ¼ cup dill (finely chopped)
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 2 tbsp grated cucumber (squeeze any excess water with a paper towel or clean kitchen towel)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 pinch of kosher salt
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Combine cubed chicken with olive oil, honey, apple vinegar, salt, oregano, and pepper. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the yogurt sauce: Mix Greek yogurt, dill, minced garlic, grated cucumber, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl. Chill in the fridge until serving.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat grill to medium heat (350°F). Thread marinated chicken onto skewers and grill for 5-6 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Serve: Enjoy the grilled chicken skewers with chilled yogurt sauce alongside fresh salads or warm pita bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 278
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg