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Lemon Yogurt Chicken Skewers

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 32 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt divided
  • 2 garlic cloves grated
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice divided
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest divided
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 10 skewers 10-inch, wooden or metal

Instructions

  • Whisk 1/2 cup of the yogurt with the garlic, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, half the lemon zest, the olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  • Add the chicken cubes and toss until every piece is coated, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or up to overnight.
  • If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes before threading so they do not scorch.
  • Thread 4 to 5 pieces of chicken onto each skewer, leaving a little space between pieces so the heat reaches all sides.
  • Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high and cook the skewers for 5 to 6 minutes per side, until the chicken is opaque throughout and a thermometer in the thickest piece reads 165 degrees F.
  • Transfer the cooked skewers to a plate and let them cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir the remaining yogurt with the remaining lemon juice and zest and the dill to make the dipping sauce.
  • Cover the skewers and the sauce separately and refrigerate until serving; they are meant to be eaten cold or at room temperature, not reheated.

Good to Know

Grill these the afternoon before and let them cool uncovered before you refrigerate them, which keeps the yogurt marinade from turning watery on the platter.