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Home » Recipes » Chicken Souvlaki with Zucchini Tzatziki

Chicken Souvlaki with Zucchini Tzatziki

June 14, 2020 by Alida Ryder 22 Comments

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Lemony, garlicky chicken Souvlaki on rosemary skewers with creamy zucchini tzatziki is an easy healthy dinner recipe for your family.

Chicken souvlaki with zucchini tzatziki

Ingredients needed

Full recipe + amounts can be found in the recipe card below. 

  • Chicken. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs can be used. 
  • Olive oil. 
  • Lemon juice + lemon zest.
  • Garlic. 
  • Oregano.
  • Rosemary. 
  • Salt and black pepper. 
  • Greek yogurt. 
  • Zucchini.
  • Sour cream.
  • Dill.

zucchini tzatziki

How to make chicken souvlaki

  1. Marinate the chicken: Cube the chicken into bite-size pieces and place in a large bowl. Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice and zest, garlic, herbs, salt and pepper. Pour the marinade over the chicken and allow to marinade for at least 30 minutes but up to 24 hours covered in the fridge.
  2. Make the zucchini tzatziki: Grate zucchini then place in a fine-mesh strainer/sieve. Season with salt and massage the salt into the zucchini. Leave for 10 minutes to drain. Squeeze out any remaining moisture and place in a mixing bowl. Add the Greek yogurt, sour cream, garlic, herbs and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper and mix well.
  3. Cook the chicken skewers: Soak bamboo skewers in boiling water for at least 30 minutes. Thread the chicken onto the soaked skewers. Preheat a grill for 10 minutes then cook the chicken for 3-4 minute per side until brown all over and cooked through. Remove from the heat and allow to rest for 5 minutes.

Making ahead and freezing

  • Can I make souvlaki ahead? Yes, you can. The chicken can be marinated for up to 24 hours in the fridge.
  • Can I freeze chicken souvlaki? The assembled skewers can be frozen for up to 3 months in a freezer bag. Thaw completely before cooking.

Chicken souvlaki with zucchini tzatziki with Greek salad

What to serve with Chicken Souvlaki

  • Greek salad with fried feta cheese
  • Easy flatbread
  • Marinated eggplant
  • Crispy salt and pepper smashed potatoes

Chicken Souvlaki skewer.

Greek recipes

  1. Greek mezze platter
  2. Easy Greek meatballs
  3. Greek pork souvlaki

Chicken Souvlaki with Zucchini Tzatziki

Lemony, garlicky chicken Souvlaki on rosemary skewers with creamy zucchini tzatziki is an easy healthy dinner recipe for your family. 
5 from 4 votes
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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Keyword: Chicken souvlaki, Chicken souvlaki recipe, Souvlaki
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Marinating time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4
Calories: 272kcal
Author: Alida Ryder

Ingredients

for the chicken Souvlaki

  • 500 g (1lb) chicken breasts
  • juice and zest of 2 lemons
  • 4 garlic cloves crushed
  • 2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dries rosemary
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

for the zucchini tzatziki

  • 2 large zucchini grated (approximately 1½ cups grated zucchini)
  • 1½ cups Greek yoghurt
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ garlic clove crushed
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill/1 tablespoon fresh dill finely chopped
  • juice of 1/2 lemon
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Chop each chicken breast into 8 bite-sized chunks then place in a large bowl.
  • Add all the marinade ingredients, mix well and allow to marinade for at least 30 minutes but up to 24 hours, covered in the fridge.
  • 30 minutes before cooking, soak bamboo skewers in boiling water.
  • To make the tzatziki, place the zucchini in a fine mesh strainer and sprinkle over 1 teaspoon salt. Massage the salt into the zucchini and allow to drain for 10 minutes. Squeeze out the rest of the liquid and place in a bowl. Add the remaining tzatziki ingredients and mix well. Set aside.
  • When you are ready to cook the chicken, thread the chicken onto the soaked skewers. Preheat a grill until hot then cook the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown all over and cooked through. Remove from the heat and allow to rest for 5 mins.
  • Serve the cooked chicken souvlaki with the tzatziki, salad and warmed pita breads (optional).

Nutrition

Calories: 272kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 1372mg | Potassium: 804mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 394IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 183mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Kelly Luv

    August 13, 2019 at 1:30 AM

    Great tribute to your mom. Add about 2tBSp of balsamic vinegar to the marinade and your close to traditional. Making this tonight because I forgot cucumbers:).

    Reply
  2. Denise

    March 16, 2014 at 4:34 PM

    I can’t wit to make this recipe! I absolutely love the stories about your mom!

    Denise
    denisekarmie.com

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      March 16, 2014 at 4:39 PM

      I hope you like the recipe Denise!

      Reply
  3. BBQGrillMaestro

    January 31, 2014 at 8:35 PM

    A wonderful story about your mother – I share her interest in cuisines from around the World. A friend of mine is married to a Greek woman, she makes fabulous kebabs like these for summer barbecues – I’ve never seen a recipe for them though.

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      January 31, 2014 at 9:34 PM

      I can’t claim that this is a traditional recipe but it definitely is absolutely delicious and tastes almost exactly like the souvlaki I’ve tasted from Greek restaurants in my hometown.

      Reply
  4. JamiSue

    January 31, 2014 at 7:46 AM

    Alida, I really enjoyed your stories of childhood adventures and your appreciation for food that was gifted to you through your mother. Thanks for sharing a little piece of your family with all of us……..Love your blog

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      January 31, 2014 at 8:32 AM

      Thanks for your lovely comment!

      Reply
  5. Andrea Fenton Campbell

    January 31, 2014 at 12:05 AM

    Hi Alida,
    I loved your blog today and the wonderful story about your mom. She must have been a vibrant and accomplished person! As for the recipe, I adore chicken souvlaki, but have never made it. We used to have a great Greek diner nearby that served a huge souvlaki platter, but sadly, they closed about a month ago. So armed with your recipe, I shall try it myself. Thanks, too, for your always inspirational photographs — works of art, one and all.

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      January 31, 2014 at 8:32 AM

      Andrea, thanks for your lovely comment. I hope this Souvlaki lives up to that of your beloved diner. 😉

      Reply
  6. Suné Moolman

    January 30, 2014 at 7:46 AM

    I enjoyed this post very much!
    Cannot wait to try the souvlaki; I also want to try my hand at a moussaka.
    Thanks again for your fabulous blog (and cookbooks)!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      January 30, 2014 at 7:49 AM

      Thanks for your lovely comment Sune!

      Reply
  7. Heather P

    January 30, 2014 at 4:48 AM

    Beautiful pictures and brilliant idea to sub zucchini for cucumber! I will be filing this in my recipe box for low carb ideas!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      January 30, 2014 at 7:50 AM

      Thanks Heather! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Aida Mollenkamp

    January 30, 2014 at 12:15 AM

    This looks fabulous!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      January 30, 2014 at 7:49 AM

      Thanks Aida!

      Reply
  9. ninegrandstudent

    January 29, 2014 at 3:56 PM

    I love Greece and Greek food so this recipe looks amazing – I might just have to try it! Really enjoyed reading this post, lovely memories of your childhood!

    http://www.ninegrandstudent.wordpress.com

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      January 29, 2014 at 5:01 PM

      Thanks! x

      Reply
  10. femmegypsy

    January 29, 2014 at 3:26 PM

    Lovely post!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      January 29, 2014 at 5:01 PM

      Thanks T!

      Reply

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