Greek Yogurt Marinated Chicken Skewers (Printable version)
Tender chicken marinated in Greek yogurt with herbs and grilled to perfection on skewers.
# 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 - ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
→ For Serving
11 - Lemon wedges
12 - Fresh parsley, chopped
# How to Make It:
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, tossing to coat completely. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to 8 hours for deeper flavor penetration.
03 - If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
04 - Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving small gaps between pieces to ensure even cooking and proper heat circulation.
05 - Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
06 - Grill skewers for 5–7 minutes per side, turning once, until chicken is cooked through and develops a nice char. Internal temperature should reach 165°F.
07 - Serve immediately with lemon wedges and chopped parsley, if desired.
# Expert tips:
01 -
- The yogurt works magic on the meat, making each piece impossibly juicy and tender without any fancy techniques
- Everything comes together in minutes, then the marinade does all the heavy lifting while you go about your day
- These skewers have that perfect balance of bright citrus and earthy herbs that makes everyone reach for seconds
02 -
- Dont skip the yogurt marinade time even if you are rushed because that's what transforms ordinary chicken into something extraordinary
- Patting excess marinade off the skewers before grilling helps prevent flare-ups and gives you better char marks
- Letting the chicken rest for just a couple minutes off the heat keeps all those juices locked inside each piece
03 -
- Room temperature chicken grills more evenly than cold straight from the fridge, so let the skewers sit out while the grill heats up
- Clean your grill grates while they're hot with a wire brush right before cooking for the cleanest release