Description

This Grilled Chicken with Yogurt Sauce is a vibrant, flavorful dish perfect for a quick and healthy meal. Tender chicken breasts are marinated and grilled to perfection, then paired with a creamy, tangy yogurt sauce enhanced with fresh dill, garlic, cucumber, and lemon juice. This recipe blends Mediterranean flavors with simple ingredients to create a light yet satisfying dish ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade

4 chicken breasts, cubed
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
½ tsp kosher salt
½ tsp oregano
½ tsp black pepper

For the Yogurt Sauce

¾ cup Greek yogurt (unflavored, full-fat)
¼ cup dill, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tbsp grated cucumber (excess water squeezed out)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 pinch of kosher salt

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Instructions

Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, red wine vinegar, kosher salt, oregano, and black pepper until well combined. This mixture will tenderize and flavor the chicken cubes.
Marinate the Chicken: Add the cubed chicken breasts to the marinade, tossing well to coat all pieces evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
Prepare the Yogurt Sauce: While the chicken marinates, mix the Greek yogurt, finely chopped dill, minced garlic, grated cucumber, lemon juice, and a pinch of kosher salt in a small bowl. Stir thoroughly and refrigerate until ready to serve to let the flavors meld.
Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high, ensuring the grates are clean and lightly oiled to prevent sticking.
Grill the Chicken: Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers or place directly onto the grill. Cook for approximately 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
Serve: Remove the chicken from the grill and let rest for a couple of minutes. Serve the grilled chicken hot, accompanied by the chilled yogurt sauce. This dish pairs well with rice, salad, or grilled vegetables.

Notes

Ensure to squeeze out excess water from the grated cucumber to prevent a watery sauce.
For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne or chili flakes to the marinade.
Use full-fat Greek yogurt for a richer sauce; low-fat options will alter texture and taste.
Chicken can be marinated for up to 2 hours for deeper flavor but avoid longer to prevent meat from becoming too soft.
If grilling is unavailable, the chicken can be cooked under a broiler or on a stovetop grill pan.