Mediterranean Chicken Skewers

Ingredients

• •1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
• •1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
• •1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
• •1 red onion, cut into wedges
• •3 tbsp olive oil
• •2 tbsp lemon juice
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 tsp dried oregano
• •1 tsp salt
• •1/2 tsp black pepper
• •Wooden or metal skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes)
• •1 cup Greek yogurt
• •1/2 cucumber, grated
• •1 clove garlic, minced
• •1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
• •1 tbsp lemon juice
• •Salt to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper to make a marinade.

2. 2

   Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and stir to coat. Marinate in the fridge for at least 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, prepare the vegetables by cutting them into 1-inch pieces.

4. 4

   Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

5. 5

   Thread the marinated chicken, bell peppers, and onions onto skewers, alternating between ingredients.

6. 6

   Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

7. 7

   While the chicken is grilling, prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl.

8. 8

   Serve the grilled chicken skewers hot with tzatziki sauce on the side.