Chicken Souvlaki with Homemade Tzatziki Sauce

Name: Chicken Souvlaki with Homemade Tzatziki Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cups Grated English Cucumber, If You Use A Regular Cucumber Seed It; 1/4 cups Plain Greek Yogurt; 1/4 cups Sour Cream; 1/2 teaspoons Dried Dill Weed; 1/2 teaspoons Salt (optional); 1 clove Garlic (small); 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1 whole Green Bell Pepper, Seeded And Chopped Into 1 Inch Pieces; 3 cloves Garlic, Chopped; 1 whole Onion, Chopped Into 1-inch Pieces; 1 pound Boneless Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Or Tenders, Cubed; 1 cup White Wine Or Chicken Stock; 3 whole Plum Tomatoes, Seeded And Chopped Into Pieces; 2 teaspoons Fresh Oregano, Chopped; 1/2 teaspoons Lemon Zest; 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Pepper; 4 whole Pita Breads; Olive Oil, To Brush On Pita Breads

Servings: persons

1/2 cups Grated English Cucumber, If You Use A Regular Cucumber Seed It
1/4 cups Plain Greek Yogurt
1/4 cups Sour Cream
1/2 teaspoons Dried Dill Weed
1/2 teaspoons Salt (optional)
1 clove Garlic (small)
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1 whole Green Bell Pepper, Seeded And Chopped Into 1 Inch Pieces
3 cloves Garlic, Chopped
1 whole Onion, Chopped Into 1-inch Pieces
1 pound Boneless Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Or Tenders, Cubed
1 cup White Wine Or Chicken Stock
3 whole Plum Tomatoes, Seeded And Chopped Into Pieces
2 teaspoons Fresh Oregano, Chopped
1/2 teaspoons Lemon Zest
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoons Pepper
4 whole Pita Breads
Olive Oil, To Brush On Pita Breads

1
For the tzatziki sauce: Mix the grated cucumber, yogurt, sour cream, dill, and salt in a bowl.
2
Grate the garlic and mix well.
3
Cover and set in refrigerator until needed.
4
For the chicken: Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet.
5
Add peppers, garlic, and onion saute for 10 minutes.
6
Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
7
Add chicken and brown pieces on all sides.
8
Deglaze pan with wine or chicken stock and reduce heat to low.
9
Add tomatoes, oreagno, lemon zest and juice, salt and pepper.
10
Continue to cook for another 10 minutes.
11
For the pitas: Brush each side of the pita breads lightly with olive oil and lightly grill/toast on each side.
12
Spoon a heaping spoonfull of the chicken mixture with pan juices over each pita.
13
Then add a dollop of tzatziki on top.
14
Serve with a fork and knife.

411

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cups Grated English Cucumber, If You Use A Regular Cucumber Seed It, 1/4 cups Plain Greek Yogurt, 1/4 cups Sour Cream, 1/2 teaspoons Dried Dill Weed, and more.

Yes, Chicken Souvlaki with Homemade Tzatziki Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!