PREP TIME: 15min COOK TIME: 10min
Serves 4
Ingredients
3 tbsp. olive oil, divided
1 garlic clove
1 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1 lemon, zested and juiced, plus extra for serving
1 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
2 tbsp. fresh dill, chopped
1/2 English cucumber, chopped
1 medium onion, sliced
1 medium green pepper, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes
Step 1
Marinate
To the chicken in the plastic tray, add 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, oregano, slat, black pepper, and the juice of half of the lemon. Refrigerate and let marinate while you make the yogurt sauce.
Step 2
Mix
In a bowl, mix together the yogurt, fresh dill, cucumber, the lemon zest and remaining lemon juice. Set aside until ready to serve.
Step 3
Grill
Heat a grill pan over medium high heat. Toss the onions, green peppers and cherry tomatoes with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Grill the marinated chicken, onion, peppers and tomatoes until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Chicken is done when a meat thermometer inserted in the center reaches 170°F. Transfer to a plate and keep warm
Step 4
Serve
Serve Chicken Souvlaki with the grilled vegetables and yogurt sauce over pita bread or rice. Garnish with extra lemon wedges if desired.