An easy, 30 minute meal for the summer, these grilled Greek chicken kabobs with tzatziki sauce are fantastic. The whole family will love them!
I’m a little bit addicted to Greek flavours. Tzatziki sauce in particular. I can’t get enough of it.
When I make meals like these Greek chicken kabobs, I always make extra tzatziki sauce just so I can use it on everything for the next week. On sandwiches, as a dip for veggies, it’s fantastic – and it’s so easy to make.
Which makes these Greek chicken kabobs with tzatziki sauce the perfect 30 minute meal for the summer.
If you’re looking for more great 30 minutes meals for the summer, check out the links below the recipe, or look at past 30 Minute Thursday posts to find a whole bunch of 30 minute meals to keep you out of the kitchen and enjoying the sunshine this summer!
How do you keep Greek chicken kabobs from drying out?
Try not to overcook your kabobs to keep the chicken moist and full of flavour. It will dry out if you over cook them. Grill them for about 10-15 minutes, turning them once, until they’re cooked through. It should be 165F in the middle.
The best way to tell if chicken is cooked through is with a meat thermometer. I have this instant read meat thermometer and I love it. It helps me to get perfectly cooked meat every time, and keeps me from overcooking the meat and having it dry out.
Can chicken kabobs be made ahead of time?
You can definitely make these chicken kabobs ahead of time, but since the chicken is in a marinade with lemon juice, I wouldn’t recommend making them more than 4 hours ahead. With an acidic component in the marinade, the meat starts to break down after a certain point and then you end up with mushy chicken.
I have found that 4 hours is about the maximum amount of time you want to let chicken sit in a marinade with lemon juice in it. Any longer and you get mushy chicken. But if you want to prep these kabobs a couple of hours ahead and let them sit in the fridge until you grill them, that is totally okay.
How to make Greek Chicken Kabobs with Tzatziki Sauce:
- The chicken can be tossed with the marinade and threaded onto skewers with the veggies 2-4 hours ahead of time if you like, or right before grilling.
- Grill for 10-15 minutes, turning once, or until the chicken is cooked through. It should be 165F in the middle when it is fully cooked.
- While the kebabs are grilling you can make the tzatziki sauce, or make it ahead of time if you like and keep it in the fridge. If you don’t want to make it, you can buy it already made at most grocery stores. We love the one at Costco.
Here’s some more great grilling recipes for you:
- 7 Chicken Marinades
- 9 Pork Chop Marinades
- Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Strawberry Kiwi Salsa
- Cilantro Lime Grilled Shrimp Salad
- Chopped Salad with Grilled Chicken
Greek Chicken Kabobs with Tzatziki Sauce
An easy, 30 minute meal for the summer, these grilled Greek chicken kabobs with tzatziki sauce are fantastic. The whole family will love them!
Ingredients
For the chicken kabobs:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, juice and zest
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes
- 2 red peppers, cut into 1 inch pieces
- 2 yellow peppers, cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 small red onion, cut into 1 inch pieces
For the tzatziki sauce:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3/4 cup chopped cucumber
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
Instructions
- Preheat the BBQ to medium heat.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, pepper, rosemary, oregano and garlic.
- Add the chicken cubes and toss until it is completely coated.
- Thread the chicken, peppers and onion chunks onto skewers, alternating as you go.
- Grill the kabobs for 10-15 minutes, turning once, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together the yogurt, cucumber, garlic and dill for the tzatziki sauce.
- Refrigerate until ready to eat.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1/4 recipeAmount Per Serving: Calories: 302Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 79mgSodium: 357mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 2gSugar: 6gProtein: 36g
Here’s some great 30 minute meals from my friends:
One Pot Thai Peanut Veggie Pasta from Flavor the Moments
Chilled Lettuce, Cucumber and Pea Soup from Floating Kitchen
Greek Quinoa Grilled Zucchini Boats from Kristine’s Kitchen
One Pan Chicken Enchilada Bake from Pumpkin ‘N Spice
Healthier Skillet Lasagna from The Recipe Rebel
Denise | Sweet Peas & Saffron
Friday 5th of August 2016
I am so on board with this because I'm a huge tzatziki addict! These look delicious, and like the perfect easy summer dinner!
Rachel @ Bakerita
Friday 5th of August 2016
I absolutely ADORE Greek food - I could eat it pretty much every day of the week, so these kabobs with tzatziki are calling to me! I'm right there with you with the extra tzatziki - it goes on EVERYTHING!
marcie
Thursday 4th of August 2016
Being Greek, I can never get enough Greek food! I always make extra tzatziki too -- it's so fresh and delicious! These kebabs look like the perfect fast summer meal. :)
Ashley - The Recipe Rebel
Thursday 4th of August 2016
I bet these are SO flavorful! I need to get my fill of grilling yet before I run out of time! Fall comes way too quickly around here :(
Kristine | Kristine's Kitchen
Thursday 4th of August 2016
I feel the same way about the summer slipping away, Stacey! It's much better to be enjoying these days than working! We're on the same wavelength with the Greek flavors today. These kabobs look delicious!