Grilled Chicken Kabobs with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
Grilled Chicken Kabobs with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce are a vibrant and flavorful dish that transports you straight to Lebanon with every bite. The chicken is marinated in aromatic za’atar, imparting a unique taste that pairs beautifully with the refreshing cucumber yogurt sauce. These kabobs are not only simple to prepare, making them perfect for both casual dinners and festive gatherings, but they also present a healthy option packed with protein. Serve them alongside fresh salads, pita bread, or your favorite rice dishes for a complete meal that will impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (approximately four kabobs per serving) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Lebanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breast or thighs
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried za’atar
- 1 clove crushed garlic
- 1 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
- 3/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt
- 3/4 cup finely chopped cucumber
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh mint (chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- fresh black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine chicken cubes, lemon juice, olive oil, za’atar, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Prepare the cucumber yogurt sauce: In another bowl, mix yogurt, chopped cucumber, lemon juice, dill, mint, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate until serving.
- Skewer the chicken: Thread marinated chicken onto skewers with some space between pieces.
- Grill the kabobs: Preheat grill to medium-high heat and cook skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until fully cooked.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges and cucumber yogurt sauce on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kabob (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg