HappyCook80's Recipe

Greek Lemon-Oregano Chicken Shish Kebabs with Mint

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1/4 cup olive oil
2 tbsps. fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tsps. minced garlic
1 tbsp. minced oregano
1 tsp. red pepper flakes
grated zest of 1 lemon
6 boneless, skinless, chicken thighs, cut into 1 1 1/2 inch chunks

Tzatziki;
1/2 large cucumber
2 cups plain yogurt
2 tbsps. chopped fresh parsley
2 tbsps. chopped fresh mint
1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Heat up grill for medium-hot direct heat
Combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes and lemon zest in a nonreactive pan. Add chicken and marinate in the refrigerator for about 30 to 45 minutes.

Meanwhile, prepare the Tzatziki: Peel and seed cucumber and cut into small dices. In a bowl, combine cucumber, yogurt, parsley, mint and lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside, covered and refrigerate.

Thread chicken on skewers, shaking off excess marinade. Season generously with salt and pepper. Grill chicken on both sides, turning as needed, until done, about 8 minutes.
Remove chicken from grill and serve with Tzatziki.
Yields 4 servings.