Greek Yogurt Marinated Chicken Skewers (Printable)

Tender chicken marinated in Greek yogurt with herbs and spices, grilled to juicy perfection.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1.5-inch pieces

→ Marinade

02 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
03 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 lemon, zested and juiced
06 - 2 teaspoons dried oregano
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1 teaspoon paprika
09 - 1 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ For Serving

11 - Lemon wedges
12 - Fresh parsley, chopped

# Method:

01 - Whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl until thoroughly combined.
02 - Add chicken pieces to the marinade, toss to coat completely, then cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours for deeper flavor penetration.
03 - If using wooden skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes prior to grilling to prevent burning.
04 - Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving small gaps between pieces to ensure even heat circulation and cooking.
05 - Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
06 - Grill skewers for 5 to 7 minutes per side until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and develops appealing char marks.
07 - Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges and chopped parsley garnish if desired.

# Insider Tips:

01 -
  • The Greek yogurt acts as a natural tenderizer, making even chicken breasts melt in your mouth
  • This marinade comes together in minutes but tastes like youve been marinating it for days
02 -
  • The yogurt marinade might look thick, but trust the process, it creates the most incredible crust
  • Patting the chicken slightly before threading helps the marinade stick better while grilling
03 -
  • Metal skewers cook faster than wooden ones and give you more even results
  • Let the skewers rest for a couple of minutes after grilling to keep the juices inside

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