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Grilled Greek Chicken Recipe

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If you're looking for tender, juicy and flavorful all in one delicious bite, you'll LOVE this Grilled Greek Chicken Recipe!

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Easy and delicious Greek inspired Chicken Skewers!

 

Grilled Greek Chicken skewers with red onion and red peppers

 

If you’re looking for tender, juicy and flavorful all in one delicious bite, you’ll LOVE this Grilled Greek Chicken Recipe!

Without a doubt, this is a must-make Greek inspired marinade you won’t soon forget. Our Grilled Greek Chicken Recipe is so easy and foolproof, it will be a favorite with the whole family.

With plenty of lemon juice, fresh herbs, silky olive oil and tons of garlic, this yogurt-based marinade infuses all your favorite chicken pieces with the intense Greek flavors we love.

Use this marinade to make grilled Greek chicken skewers with onions and peppers, or grill whole boneless breasts and thighs. You can even use this marinade for our slow Oven Roasted Greek Chicken Breasts recipe too. Choose your favorite chicken pieces and your favorite cooking method and start marinating!

 

A plate of grilled Greek Chicken skewers with red peppers and purple onions served with hummus and Greek salad

Grilled Greek chicken skewers cook quickly making them great for entertaining.

Skewers are a great choice for casual get togethers on the weekend. These chicken bites are marinated for up to 24 hours so all the prep work is done well in advance.

A few hours before grilling thread the chicken and vegetables onto skewers. Place the skewers on a small sheet pan, cover and refrigerate until ready to grill. The chicken cooks quickly so nobody has to wait too long for dinner to be served.

These delicious bites of chicken are also great as a heavy appetizer, or a small plate dinner party. Mix it up with green or yellow peppers, cherry tomatoes and plenty of onion. Onions are so sweet when grilled, so they’re usually a favorite with guests.

 

 

A grilled Greek Chicken pita pizza with arugula, onions and tomatoes

One of my favorite ways to serve these grilled Greek chicken skewers is on fresh homemade Whole Wheat Pita Bread.

Whether you fold the pita like a sandwich or enjoy it pizza style, you’ll find the combination of flavors and textures enticing. Layered with a little fresh arugula, cherry tomatoes and red onion, our Grilled Greek Chicken Recipe is a blank canvas for your next Greek party.

Try drizzling each pita sandwich with Tzatziki or a simple yogurt lemon sauce for a nice acidic bite. Crumbled Feta cheese, Kalamata olives and a smear of hummus are all great additions to this fantastic creation too.

 

A table filled with Greek inspired recipes from homemade whole wheat pitas, Greek Salad and hummus dip with olives

Host a Greek themed party!

Make this Grilled Greek Chicken Recipe part of your next Greek inspired dinner party and enjoy compliments from all your happy guests!

For starters, assemble our easy Greek Layered Hummus Dip and serve with homemade pita chips made from our Whole Wheat Pita Recipe.  A crispy and fresh Greek Salad is always a welcome addition to any meal. Enjoy!

 

 

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Skewers of grilled chicken with red onion and red peppers

 

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Grilled Greek Chicken Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 day 30 minutes
Yield: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Author: Tricia
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5 from 28 votes
Marinate the chicken for at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours before grilling.

Ingredients

For the marinade:

  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (use full fat yogurt for best results)
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves, chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried)
  • 1 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, or 1 teaspoons dried
  • 6 medium garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

For the skewers:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch pieces for skewers
  • 1 large red bell pepper seeded and cut into 1 ½-inch cubes
  • 1 medium red onion cut into 1 ½-inch cubes
  • 8 skewers (if using wooden skewers soak in water for 30-minutes before grilling)

Instructions

  • Combine all the marinade ingredients in a large ziplock bag. Seal and massage the bag to combine all the ingredients.
  • Add the chicken to the bag turning to coat. Marinate for 4-24 hours. Turn the bag a few times while marinating.
  • Preheat gas grill to 400°F.
  • Pour the marinated chicken pieces into a large strainer to remove the excess marinade. Thread chicken pieces onto the skewers alternating with peppers and onions. Grill until the chicken is cooked through, about 4 minutes on each side or until juices run clear.

Recipe Notes

  • This simple marinade works great for any kind of chicken pieces from whole boneless, skinless to bone-in thighs and legs. Adjust grilling time to allow for larger pieces.
Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. When multiple ingredient alternatives are given, the first listed is calculated for nutrition. Garnishes and optional ingredients are not included.

Nutrition

Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 729mg | Potassium: 646mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1134IU | Vitamin C: 52mg | Calcium: 102mg | Iron: 2mg

Here are a few more of our favorite Greek inspired recipes you might enjoy:

A round baking pan filled with Honey Baklava with pistachios

Every Greek party needs a delicious dessert! This Honey Baklava recipe with pistachios is easily halved for smaller parties.

However, Baklava keeps at room temperature for up to 10 days so you have plenty of time to eat the whole thing! Make this Baklava well ahead of your gathering and get ready for plenty of compliments.

 

A skillet with roasted chicken breasts drizzled with a lemony butter sauce

No boring chicken here! Try this Mediterranean inspired Oven Roasted Greek Chicken Breast recipe with meaty chicken pieces marinated in an herb and garlic yogurt sauce then slow roasted to juicy perfection.

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77 Comments

  1. Tera

    5 stars
    I can’t get my teenage twins to agree on anything, except that they love this recipe! We make homemade pita or naan and serve with lots of olives, cucumber, and feta. Everyone loves it.

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  2. Izzy

    5 stars
    I made this for a party and I received so many compliments! I didn’t eat it myself as I’m a vegetarian, but I also made the Greek Layered Hummus Dip and the Greek Salad and both were delicious!

    Reply

  4. Julissa

    5 stars
    These were super delicious! I made these for my family who would normally never eat something like this (flavor combos they’re not used to) and they were all obsessed. I would definitely recommend!!

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    • Tricia Buice

      Thank you for the feedback Julissa! I’m so glad everyone enjoyed these little bites of amazing chicken 🙂 This recipe is a staple at our house especially in the summer. Enjoy!

      Reply

  5. Sharon Rodriguez

    5 stars
    Oh my heavens, was this delicious!!! I could eat this every day! Thank you for this recipe, I’ll be making this regularly.

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  8. Katie

    5 stars
    Made this recipe today, but instead of grilling, I broiled it on high. Used thin sliced chicken breasts marinated for 24 hours. Put it all on a baking sheet, left the chicken breast whole, instead of chopped. Paired with greens and tzatizki sauce…delicious!

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  10. Lisa

    5 stars
    The chicken kabobs were so delicious!! I loved how the marinade coated the chicken. We will definitely be making this again.

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    • Tricia Buice

      Thanks Linda! I adore this chicken and can eat it once a week, when weather allows. It’s great for company and parties on the deck, too. Thanks for trying it and for taking the time to comment!

      Reply

    • Tricia Buice

      Hi Lindsey. If baking in the oven I would preheat to 450F and bake for 15 to 18 minutes. The internal temperature of the thickest part of the chicken should register 165F. I’ve also made this recipe with bone-in, skin-on breasts. You can find that recipe here.

      Reply

  14. Jen M

    5 stars
    This was a big hit. I highly recommend. The marinade is awesome. The Greek salad is also a must. Can’t recommend this enough. Everyone including the kids loved it.

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  15. Cindy

    5 stars
    Great marinade! (Just didn’t use red pepper flakes) I did boneless chicken breasts (not cubed) and they were so moist and yummy. Grilled asparagus, cherry tomatoes and onions separately on the side- easier than kabobs for a weeknight!

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  18. Susanna

    5 stars
    Delicious and easy. My favorite combination. I made this with sides of roasted asparagus and parsley potatoes for a casual spring dinner with friends and everyone raved! I will add this to my “go-to” recipes!

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    • Tricia Buice

      I’m so glad Susanna! This is a terrific dinner party recipe. Make ahead and assemble, then grill. Done and done 🙂 We appreciate you trying it and for letting us know how it worked out for you. Bravo!

      Reply

  19. Becca

    5 stars
    I can usually find an easy recipe. Or a healthy recipe. Or a delicious recipe. But not usually all three in one. This, however, is that rare GREAT recipe that ticks all the boxes. The marinade is terrific. I followed it to the letter minus the red pepper flakes because no one in the family likes a little heat but me. Regardless, this meal became an instant family favorite. My spouse said it was better than any of the Greek restaurants we’ve been to, and my eight year old son couldn’t stop announcing how good it was. Neither of those two usually comment much so this was the high praise indeed. I heartily recommend this recipe to all.

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    • Tricia Buice

      Oh Becca you made my day! Thanks for the great feedback and for trying the recipe. This is a fool-proof delicious meal and so glad you and your family enjoyed it. We love the food in Greece and agree this is just as good!

      Reply

  20. Trish

    5 stars
    Dee-lish! Hubby raved about it and has requested it several times. I served it with Greek salad and rice pilaf. It’s a perfect summer meal for family and when entertaining. Thank you for a terrific recipe!

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    • Tricia Buice

      Thank you Trish! I could eat this at least once a week. The flavors are so terrific and fresh. Thanks for taking the time to comment and let us know how it turned out for you. Best wishes!

      Reply

  21. Lynley Simmonz

    5 stars
    My goodness, this was great. Made this today and the flavours are still there. I made enough for 2 meals – hah! that didn’t happen. Thank you for sharing this recipe.

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  22. Emily

    5 stars
    Made these for dinner tonight with guests. I used fresh oregano, dried thyme. The skewers were delicious and the chicken had great flavor! I only had time to marinade about 2 hours, but still had plenty of flavor off the grill. I also made the Greek salad and the two dishes accompanied very well. Saving these recipes!

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    • Tricia Buice

      That’s terrific Emily! Fresh herbs really make a big difference in some recipes, and this is one. We recently returned from a trip to Greece and all the salads are made like our recipe – simple, fresh and light. These two recipes are great together and I’m thrilled you tried them both! Thanks so much for taking the time to comment.

      Reply

    • Tricia Buice

      Hi Ann – I have not tried freezing chicken in a yogurt marinade. In theory it should work fine. Let us know if you try it and how it turned out for you. Thanks for the great question.

      Reply

    • Tricia Buice

      Hi Kathy – the color may be darker but the flavor will be great if using regular balsamic. You can also use fresh lemon juice or another vinegar like champagne or red wine. I don’t think you will be disappointed.

      Reply

  26. Chris Scheuer

    A perfect meal, all the way around! The whole thing looks incredibly delicious. Greek-inspired food really calls my name. It’s a winner-winner, chicken dinner, for sure!

    Reply

  29. Larry

    I love Greek flavored dishes and your kebabs look and sound delicious and I can imagine how good they are with a good Tzatziki and homemade pita.

    Reply

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