Name: Greek Chicken Kabobs
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breast (cubed); 8 ounces cremini mushrooms; 2 zucchini; 2 red bell peppers; 1 small red onion; ¾ cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon Greek seasoning; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried rosemary; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 lemon (juiced); ½ teaspoon salt; fresh ground black pepper; ¾ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt; ¼ cup mayonnaise (I like olive oil mayonnaise); ¼ cup crumbled feta; ½ lemon (juiced); ½ teaspoon minced garlic; 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh chopped dill (plus additional for garnish); salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste); 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

Description

Greek Chicken Kabobs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. Marinated in a zesty lemon and herb blend, these kabobs feature tender chicken paired with fresh vegetables, grilled to perfection. Served with a creamy Feta Dill Sauce, they make for an impressive yet simple meal ideal for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breast (cubed)
8 ounces cremini mushrooms
2 zucchini
2 red bell peppers
1 small red onion
¾ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon Greek seasoning
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 lemon (juiced)
½ teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper
¾ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
¼ cup mayonnaise (I like olive oil mayonnaise)
¼ cup crumbled feta
½ lemon (juiced)
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh chopped dill (plus additional for garnish)
salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the marinade by mixing olive oil, Greek seasoning, thyme, rosemary, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Marinate chicken in half the mixture and vegetables in the other half for 3 to 6 hours.
Make Feta Dill Sauce by combining yogurt, mayonnaise, feta, lemon juice, garlic, and dill; refrigerate until serving.
Thread marinated chicken and veggies onto soaked skewers.
Grill kabobs over low heat until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables are tender.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 kabobs (200g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For added flavor depth, marinate overnight. Experiment with different proteins like shrimp or beef. Serve with warm pita bread or over rice to create a complete meal.