Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce

Ingredients and Weight:

• Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless): 2 lbs
• Red bell peppers: 2 (cut into 1-inch cubes)
• Yellow bell peppers: 2 (cut into 1-inch cubes)
• Zucchini: 1 large (cut into 1-inch cubes)
• Red onion: 1 large (cut into 1-inch cubes)
• Olive oil: 1/4 cup
• Lemon juice: 1/4 cup
• Dried oregano: 1 tbsp
• Dried thyme: 1 tsp
• Salt and pepper: to taste

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

• Greek yogurt: 1 cup
• Cucumber: 1/2 cup (grated)
• Garlic: 2 cloves (minced)
• Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
• Olive oil: 2 tbsp
• Fresh dill: 1/4 cup (chopped)

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes.
2. Combine the chicken, bell peppers, zucchini, and onion in a large bowl.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour over the vegetables and chicken and toss to coat.
4. Thread the chicken and vegetables onto skewers.
5. Grill or pan-fry the skewers for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
6. While the skewers are cooking, make the tzatziki sauce. Combine the yogurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and dill in a bowl. Stir until combined.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 300 per skewer
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Fat: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Grilled to perfection
• Served with a creamy tzatziki sauce
• Perfect for a crowd

User Comments:

• "These skewers were so juicy and flavorful! The tzatziki sauce was the perfect complement." - Sarah
• "I love that this dish is so easy to make and always a hit with my guests." - David
• "The grilled vegetables add such a nice sweetness to the skewers." - Jessica

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to cook the chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before serving.
• If you don't have skewers, you can also grill or pan-fry the chicken and vegetables separately.
• Serve with additional lemon wedges for squeezing over the skewers.