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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!

Greek Chicken
These easy and delicious grilled Greek Chicken Skewers with onions and peppers are a summer staple at our house. They’re great for both family or company.
Without a doubt, this is a must-make Greek inspired marinade you won’t soon forget. This recipe is so easy and foolproof, you can’t mess it up!
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!
PRO TIP: Feel free to use chicken breasts or chicken thighs for this recipe.
Grilled Greek chicken skewers cook quickly making them great for entertaining.
Skewers are a great choice for casual get togethers on the weekend. 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 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 sweet when grilled so they’re usually a favorite with guests.
Greek Chicken on Pitas
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 inspired 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.
Host a Greek themed party!
Make this chicken part of your next Greek inspired dinner party and soak up all the compliments from 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. And a crispy fresh Greek Salad is always a welcome addition to any meal. Enjoy!
Grilled Greek Chicken Recipe
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
More great Greek inspired recipes to try:
Greek Layered Hummus Dip Recipe
Great for entertaining! Enjoy this easy dip with a terrific combination of flavors and textures. Serve with hearty chips, pita wedges, cucumber slices or your favorite vegetables
View this RecipeHoney Baklava Recipe
Layers of flaky phyllo, pistachios, walnuts and a sweet honey lemon syrup poured over the pastry while hot.
View this RecipeEasy Greek Salad Recipe
An easy and classic Greek salad with fresh, crisp vegetables, smooth Feta cheese and briny olives
View this RecipeOriginally posted April 2019, updated May 2025
Fatima
Will it be also good if I use the oven instead of the grill ?
Tricia Buice
Hi Fatima. It will still be good but won’t char the way it will on the grill. I would try pan frying first or use an air fryer. Enjoy!
Ruanna
One pepper and one onion is not enough for serving four people.
Tricia Buice
I’m not sure what you mean Ruanna. The peppers and onions are in addition to the chicken. If you’d prefer more vegetables please add them as you desire. Thanks and enjoy!
Tera
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.
Tricia Buice
Thank you Tera! I love the way you serve it with plenty of everything. Thanks for commenting and for trying our recipe.
Izzy
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!
Tricia Buice
Thanks Izzy! A Greek themed dinner party is one of my favorite gatherings. So glad you enjoyed both recipes! The layered hummus dip is always a winner.
Gina
Do you think I could use this marinade on pork tenderloin ?
Tricia Buice
Hi Gina. Yes I think it would be great on pork tenderloin. Let us know how it turns out for you!
Julissa
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!!
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!
Sharon Rodriguez
Oh my heavens, was this delicious!!! I could eat this every day! Thank you for this recipe, I’ll be making this regularly.
Tricia Buice
What a sweet comment Sharon! Thank you for taking the time to share your results with everyone. We adore this easy chicken with the great big flavor!
thanh
This really is the best Greek marinate recipe. I am thankful for your amazing recipe and thanks for sharing.
Tricia Buice
Thank you! I am thankful that you found us, and tried one of our recipes. Also appreciate you taking the time to comment.
Kay
Made this tonight- it was excellent. Thank you!
Tricia Buice
Thank you Kay! I made these last weekend for company. Always a hit 🙂
Katie
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!
Tricia Buice
Thanks for the feedback Katie! Such a great marinade that works well with any cooking method. Sounds great with tzatziki yum!
Heidi Orr
Hi making these tonight. Do we marinate the veggies also for several hours or just the chicken? Thx!
Tricia Buice
Hi Heidi. No you don’t marinate the vegetables, just the chicken. Enjoy!
Lisa
The chicken kabobs were so delicious!! I loved how the marinade coated the chicken. We will definitely be making this again.
Tricia Buice
Thanks Lisa! We love these kabobs too. So much flavor in each little bite!
Sarah
Looks delicious! Has anyone tried this in a skillet?
Tricia Buice
Hi Sarah. I have not tried this in a skillet on the stovetop, but it works great in the oven. See our post for Oven Roasted Greek Chicken Breasts for cooking information. Enjoy!
Gayle
Fantastic recipe! I could only marinate for an hour and a half; still had wonderful flavor. I will definitely make it again. Thank you!
Tricia Buice
Thank you Gayle! So happy you enjoyed this chicken. We also make this marinade into a baked version I bet you’d enjoy. Thanks again for taking the time to comment.
Tabby
How much do the chicken breast weigh? I’m using a mixture of breast and thigh and need to adjust the recipe.
Thanks!
Tricia Buice
Hi Tabby. You can use about 1 1/2 to 2 pounds of chicken for this recipe. There is plenty of marinade so no worries. Enjoy!