Name: Greek Chicken Skewers with Lemon Rice
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1.5-inch pieces; Juice from 1/2 large lemon; 1 tbsp olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp sweet paprika; 1 tsp honey or maple syrup; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1 tbsp olive oil (for the rice); 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced (for the rice); 1 cup long-grain white rice; 1 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken stock (or water); 1 tbsp lemon zest; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; Juice from 1/2 large lemon (for the rice); Plain yogurt + a pinch of salt (for serving); Fresh dill, chopped (for serving); Marinated olives (optional, for serving)

Description

These Greek Chicken Skewers with Lemon Rice provide not just a meal, but a delightful culinary experience that brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean right to your kitchen.

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
Juice from 1/2 large lemon
1 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp sweet paprika
1 tsp honey or maple syrup
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1 tbsp olive oil (for the rice)
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced (for the rice)
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken stock (or water)
1 tbsp lemon zest
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Juice from 1/2 large lemon (for the rice)
Plain yogurt + a pinch of salt (for serving)
Fresh dill, chopped (for serving)
Marinated olives (optional, for serving)

Instructions

Prepare the skewers
Marinate the chicken
Prepare the lemon rice
Cook the chicken skewers
Serve and garnish

Notes

Marination is key; allow the chicken to soak in the flavors for the best results. Be cautious when using wooden skewers near direct heat; soaking them helps reduce risks.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner

Nutrition

Calories: 350 kcal
Sodium: 650 mg
Protein: 30 g