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Grilled Greek Chicken with Mushroom and Garlic Sauce
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 3-4 1x
Description
This Greek inspired BBQ feast brings together smoky, tender chicken skewers, crunchy vegetables and a bright velvety sauce. Smoky, creamy, and full of umami depth, the Garlic and BBQ Mushroom Sauce is a smooth, flavour-packed addition to the grilled chicken, adding a gourmet twist with every bite. This meal is easy to make, nutritious and great for the whole family.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 2 chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 teaspoons crushed garlic
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped dill
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice + 1 tablespoon to sprinkle over the top once cooked
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 small red onion, cut into large cubes
- 2-3 teaspoons chilli flakes (optional for the heat lovers)
Vegetables:
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons oregano
- 1 red pepper, cut into 2-inch cubes
- 1 zucchini, cut into thick slices
- 7 large crimini mushrooms, quartered
Mushroom and Garlic Sauce:
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Mix all chicken marinade ingredients in a bowl. Add the chicken pieces and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours.
- Prepare the Vegetables: In a separate bowl, toss all the vegetables ingredients until well coated.
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread chicken pieces onto skewers, adding red onion between the pieces. Thread the vegetables onto separate skewers. Tip: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes beforehand to prevent burning.
- Grill: Grill the chicken and vegetable skewers over medium heat until cooked through and slightly charred. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of lemon juice over the cooked chicken.
- Make the Mushroom Sauce: Blend the yogurt, mayonnaise, olive oil, garlic, salt, lemon zest, lemon juice and 5 grilled mushroom pieces until smooth. Pour into a bowl and stir in the chopped dill.
- Serve: Serve the skewers with warm pita bread or rice, and a simple side of cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and crumbled feta cheese. Optional: A squeeze of lemon and a drizzle of olive oil over the top brings everything together beautifully.
Notes
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