Easy Greek Yogurt Sauce for Chicken Thigh Kebabs
Introducing the Easy Greek Yogurt Sauce for Chicken Thigh Kebabs, a delightful addition to your grilling repertoire. This creamy and zesty sauce perfectly complements tender chicken thigh kebabs marinated in a smoky paprika blend. Ideal for summer barbecues, family gatherings, or quick weeknight dinners, this dish is not only packed with vibrant flavors but also easy to prepare. Enjoy a satisfying meal that keeps health in mind without sacrificing taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons sweet paprika
- 1 3/4 pounds boneless chicken thighs (cut into pieces)
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil and sweet paprika. Add chicken pieces, coat well, and let rest for 15 minutes.
- Prepare Yogurt Sauce: Mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, remaining olive oil, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Grill Kebabs: Preheat grill and season marinated chicken with salt and pepper. Thread onto skewers and grill for about 10 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve: Place grilled kebabs on a platter alongside the yogurt sauce and lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kebab with sauce (150g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg