Description
Tender marinated chicken skewers served over fluffy rice with fresh vegetables and a creamy garlic sauce, capturing the vibrant flavors of Greece.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups cooked white rice or pilaf
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, oregano, 2 minced garlic cloves, salt, and pepper. Add chicken cubes, toss to coat, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- While chicken marinates, prepare garlic sauce: combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers. Grill for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and lightly charred.
- Divide cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Remove chicken from skewers and place on top of salads. Drizzle generously with garlic sauce and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For a lighter version, use cauliflower rice instead of white rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: American