🥙 Greek Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce

This is one of the most famous Mediterranean dishes — tender grilled chicken marinated in olive oil, lemon, and herbs, served with creamy yogurt-cucumber tzatziki sauce and pita bread.

It’s healthy, high in protein, and naturally fresh — the perfect Mediterranean meal! 🇬🇷✨

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🍗 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

🐔 For the Chicken Marinade:

• 500 g boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into cubes

• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp ground cumin (optional for depth)

• Salt and pepper to taste

🥒 For the Tzatziki Sauce:

• 1 cup Greek yogurt

• ½ cucumber, finely grated and squeezed to remove water

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 tsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp fresh dill or mint, chopped

• Salt to taste

🌯 For Serving:

• Warm pita bread or flatbread

• Sliced onions and tomatoes

• Fresh parsley or lettuce

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

1. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.

2. Add chicken cubes and mix well.

3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours for best flavor).

Step 2: Make the Tzatziki Sauce

1. Grate cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture using a paper towel.

2. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, cucumber, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, dill/mint, and salt.

3. Mix until smooth and creamy.

4. Chill in the refrigerator until serving.

Step 3: Grill the Chicken

1. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.

2. Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.

3. Grill for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally until golden and cooked through.

4. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil after cooking for extra flavor.

Step 4: Assemble the Dish

1. Place grilled chicken on pita bread.

2. Add sliced onions, tomatoes, and parsley or lettuce.

3. Spoon tzatziki sauce over the top.

4. Roll up or serve open-style with lemon wedges.

💚 Health & Nutrition Benefits

✅ Healthy Tips

1. Grill instead of fry — it keeps calories low and flavor high.

2. Use whole-wheat pita for extra fiber.

3. Add grilled vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for more nutrients.

4. Store leftovers — chicken and tzatziki last up to 2 days in the fridge.