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Chicken Souvlaki

Lemon-herb marinated chicken thighs skewered and grilled, served over a Greek salad with creamy tzatziki.

420 cal / serving 8g net carbs 46g protein 22g fat Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min 2 servings

Ingredients

Meat & Poultry
  • 1.5 lb Chicken thighs, boneless
Dairy & Eggs
  • 0.75 cup Greek yogurt
Produce
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
  • 1 whole English cucumber
  • 2 tbsp Fresh dill
  • 4 cloves Garlic cloves
  • 2 whole Lemon
  • 4 cups Mixed greens
Pantry
  • 0.25 cup Kalamata olives
  • 3 tbsp Olive oil
Spices & Herbs
  • 2 tsp Dried oregano
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika

Instructions

1. Cut chicken into 1.5-inch cubes. Combine with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, pepper.
2. Marinate at least 1 hour (overnight is better).
3. Thread onto skewers. Grill 12–14 min, turning, until cooked through and slightly charred.
4. Make quick tzatziki: Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice.
5. Serve over mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, olives, and red onion. Top with tzatziki.
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