Description
Juicy, tender chicken thighs marinated in Greek yogurt, lemon, and herbs, grilled with vegetables for a quick and flavorful Mediterranean BBQ meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 large red onion, cut into chunks
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 large yellow bell pepper, cut into squares
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, cubed (optional)
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Cut chicken thighs into 1-inch cubes and place in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until a thick paste forms.
- Pour marinade over chicken and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours/overnight).
- While chicken marinates, cut red onion and bell pepper into chunks similar in size to the chicken. Wash cherry tomatoes. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes.
- Thread chicken onto skewers, alternating with onion and pepper chunks. Leave space between pieces. Add feta cheese at the end if using.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
- Grill skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and veggies are tender and charred.
- Remove from grill, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the yogurt to tenderize the meat. If using wooden skewers, soaking them prevents burning. Ensure grill grates are clean and oiled to prevent sticking. Chicken thighs are preferred over breasts for juiciness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer with vegeta
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 30
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