Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Skewers
Ingrediënten
Yogurt Sauce:
- 2 cups plain yogurt
- 2 small cucumbers peeled, seeded, and grated
- 1¼ teaspoons salt divided
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ⅛ + ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
Chicken Skewers:
- 4 boneless and skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 pita bread rounds
- 6 tablespoons butter softened
- 1 small onion cut into wedges
- 2 tomatoes cut into thin wedges
- ⅓ cup Greek olives halved and pitted
Serving Suggestions:
- Tabouli salad
- Kalamata olives
- Beverage Pairing:
- Anise-flavored ouzo
Instructies
Yogurt Sauce:
- Put yogurt in a strainer lined with a paper towel and set it over a bowl.
- Let the yogurt drain in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
- In a glass bowl, combine the cucumber with 1 teaspoon salt.
- Let sit for 20 minutes, tossing occasionally.
- Squeeze cucumber to remove liquid and place back in the bowl.
- Stir in drained yogurt.
- Mix in the minced garlic, and ⅛ teaspoon of pepper.
Chicken Skewers:
- In a separate glass bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, the remaining ¼ teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of pepper.
- Toss chicken cubes in the oil mixture and thread onto skewers.
- Grill over high heat for about 3 minutes.
- Turn and cook an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
Pita Bread:
- Spread both sides of the pitas with softened butter and place on the grill.
- Cook for about 2 minutes on each side.
- Remove from grill and cut into wedges.
Assembly:
- Place grilled chicken on pita wedges.
- Top with onion, tomato, and olives.
- Serve with yogurt sauce.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Suggestions:
Serve these Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Skewers with a side of tabouli salad and plenty of Kalamata olives for a delightful Mediterranean experience.
Wine Advice:
To complement the Mediterranean flavors, pair this dish with a crisp and citrusy white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Assyrtiko. The bright acidity of the wine will enhance the flavors of the chicken and yogurt sauce. Enjoy this Mediterranean feast!
Nutritional Information
Calories: 450 kcal | Carbohydrates: 35 g | Protein: 30 g | Fat: 20 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 8 g
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