Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce

Gluten Free
Health score
17%
Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce
45 min.
4
218kcal

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If you’re looking for a fresh, flavorful meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner, look no further than this delightful Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce. This dish not only embodies the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cuisine, but it’s also gluten-free and a fantastic choice for anyone seeking a light yet satisfying meal. Imagine succulent pieces of marinated chicken grilled to perfection alongside beautifully charred zucchini—it's a feast for the senses!

The magic lies in the marinade, where aromatic garlic and tangy lemon juice work together to infuse the chicken with zesty flavor, making every bite a mouthwatering experience. And let's not forget the creamy tzatziki sauce! A refreshing blend of shredded cucumber, yogurt, and herbs, this sauce serves as the perfect accompaniment, balancing the savory elements of the skewers with its cool, refreshing taste.

With a total preparation time of just 45 minutes and the ability to serve up to four people, this Chicken Souvlaki recipe is ideal for a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering with friends and family. Plus, it’s a dish that encourages creativity—you can easily swap in your favorite vegetables or adjust the seasoning to suit your taste. So fire up the grill and get ready to enjoy a delicious Mediterranean escape right in your own backyard!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup cucumber shredded peeled seeded
  •  garlic clove minced
  •  garlic clove minced
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup yogurt plain low-fat
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • teaspoons oregano dried fresh chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • pound chicken breast halves boneless skinless cut into bite-sized pieces
  •  zucchini quartered cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices

Equipment

  • grill
  • ziploc bags
  • skewers

Directions

  1. To prepare souvlaki, combine first 5 ingredients in a large zip-top plastic bag.
  2. Add chicken to bag; seal. Marinate in refrigerator for 30 minutes, turning bag once.
  3. Prepare grill to medium-high heat.
  4. While chicken marinates, combine cucumber and next 4 ingredients, stirring well.
  5. To prepare skewers, remove chicken from bag; discard marinade. Thread chicken and zucchini alternately onto each of 4 (8-inch) skewers.
  6. Place skewers on a grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 10 minutes or until chicken is done, turning once.
  7. Serve tzatziki sauce with chicken skewers.
  8. Remove 1 to 2 chicken and zucchini pieces from the skewers.
  9. Cut the chicken and zucchini into bite-sized pieces.
  10. Serve the chicken and zucchini with a small spoonful of tzatziki sauce for dipping on a rimmed plate.

Nutrition Facts

Calories218kcal
Protein50.01%
Fat32.4%
Carbs17.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.75
Glycemic Load
0.72
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
19.075217381768%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.28mg
Hesperetin
3.8mg
Naringenin
0.36mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.81mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:217.92kcal
10.9%
Fat:7.9g
12.15%
Saturated Fat:1.62g
10.14%
Carbohydrates:9.65g
3.22%
Net Carbohydrates:7.76g
2.82%
Sugar:5.6g
6.22%
Cholesterol:74.41mg
24.8%
Sodium:889.22mg
38.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.43g
54.86%
Vitamin B3:12.43mg
62.15%
Vitamin B6:1.11mg
55.34%
Selenium:38.14µg
54.48%
Vitamin C:31.04mg
37.63%
Phosphorus:333.02mg
33.3%
Potassium:830.79mg
23.74%
Vitamin B5:2.11mg
21.07%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.32%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.13%
Vitamin K:17.5µg
16.66%
Magnesium:60.91mg
15.23%
Calcium:112.53mg
11.25%
Folate:42.67µg
10.67%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.12%
Zinc:1.37mg
9.14%
Iron:1.51mg
8.38%
Vitamin E:1.24mg
8.26%
Fiber:1.89g
7.57%
Vitamin B12:0.4µg
6.64%
Copper:0.12mg
6.19%
Vitamin A:285.04IU
5.7%
Source:My Recipes