Grilled Chicken Kabobs with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
Grilled Chicken Kabobs with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce offer a tantalizing taste of Lebanese cuisine, combining tender marinated chicken with a refreshing, creamy cucumber yogurt dip. This dish is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a busy weeknight dinner or a lively outdoor gathering. The aromatic za’atar marinade enhances the succulent chicken, while the cool and tangy Laban Cucumber Yogurt Sauce provides a delightful contrast. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, these kabobs are sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Lebanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds skinless boneless chicken breast or thighs (1-inch cubes)
- 2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried za’atar or oregano
- 1 clove crushed garlic
- ¾ cup plain low-fat yogurt
- ¾ cup finely chopped cucumber (peeled and seeded)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, za’atar, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken cubes and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- For the yogurt sauce, mix yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, dill, mint, salt, and pepper in another bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Preheat the grill over medium-high heat.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers with space between pieces for even cooking.
- Grill kabobs for about 10-15 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve warm with lemon wedges and cucumber yogurt sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kabob (85g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg