Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki

Ingredients

US measurements with metric in parentheses.

• 1½ lb (680 g) boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut in 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes
• ¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil
• 3 tbsp (45 ml) lemon juice
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp (3 g) dried oregano
• 1 tsp (6 g) salt
• 1 cup (240 g) Greek yogurt
• ½ cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
• 1 clove garlic, grated
• 1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice
• 4 pita breads, warmed

Instructions

1. Mix oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano and salt. Add the chicken and marinate at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours in the fridge.
2. Meanwhile, stir the yogurt, cucumber, grated garlic, 1 tbsp lemon juice and a pinch of salt for the tzatziki.
3. Thread the chicken on skewers (soak wooden ones for 30 minutes).
4. Grill or broil over medium-high heat 10 to 12 minutes, turning, until browned and the chicken reads 165°F (74°C).
5. Serve in pita with tzatziki, tomato and red onion.