Some meals taste like a place.
These Greek Chicken Kabobs are a postcard from the Aegean — written in lemon, garlic, and herbs, sealed with a dollop of creamy yogurt.
Yogurt not only tenderizes the chicken until it’s impossibly juicy — it infuses each bite with mellow tang and warmth. Threaded onto skewers, charred to perfection, and served with crisp veggies or warm pita, this is food meant for gathering. For laughter, for open air, for hands reaching and flavors mingling.
A simple marinade, a little time, and fire — that’s all it takes to bring the Mediterranean to your table.
✨ Why You’ll Love These Kabobs:
- Yogurt-marinated for maximum tenderness
- Bright, herby, and full of classic Greek flavors
- Perfect for grilling, broiling, or pan-searing
- A versatile dish — serve in wraps, bowls, or solo
- Meal-prep and freezer-friendly
🧺 Ingredients:
Serves 4
For the Marinade:
- 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks
- ¾ cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ teaspoons dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1 teaspoon lemon zest for extra brightness
For Grilling:
- Metal or soaked wooden skewers
- Optional: cherry tomatoes, red onion chunks, or bell peppers
🔥 Instructions:
- In a large bowl or zip-top bag, whisk together all marinade ingredients. Add chicken and toss to coat.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, alternating with vegetables if using.
- Grill for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and charred in spots.
- Serve hot, with lemon wedges and a side of cool yogurt sauce or tzatziki.
🌿 Tips & Variations:
- Don’t skip the yogurt — it breaks down proteins for super tender meat
- Use tofu or halloumi for a vegetarian version
- Add fresh rosemary or thyme to the marinade for an earthy twist
- Make a kabob bowl with rice, hummus, and chopped cucumber-tomato salad
🍽️ Serving Suggestion:
Serve kabobs on a platter scattered with herbs, alongside warm pita, olives, and tzatziki. Or turn it into a wrap with crisp lettuce and a spoonful of hummus. These skewers play well with everything.
