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Mediterranean chicken skewers

Robbie Puddick (RNutr)
Written by

Robbie Puddick (RNutr)

Content and SEO Lead

Dr Rachel Hall
Reviewed by

Dr Rachel Hall (MBCHB)

Principal Doctor

2 min read
Last updated October 2026
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Prep and cooking time: 60 mins

  • Gluten-free
  • High-protein
  • Lower-carbohydrate

Ingredients

Serves: 4

  • 400g chicken breast or thigh
  • 4 tbsp plain natural or Greek yoghurt
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely diced or minced
  • 1 courgette, sliced into thick rounds
  • 1 red onion, roughly chopped
  • 1 red pepper, roughly chopped
  • 1 yellow pepper, roughly chopped
  • 1 small handful fresh parsley, finely chopped
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Method

Step 1

Dice the chicken breast and place in a sandwich bag.

Step 2

Mix together the greek yoghurt, lemon juice, 1 tbsp of the oil, oregano, rosemary, and garlic in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Pour the marinade into the sandwich bag, seal the bag and mix well by massaging with your hands.

Step 4

Place in the fridge for at least 30mins, or until you’re ready to cook.

Step 5

Meanwhile, soak 8 bamboo skewers in water.

Step 6

Preheat your grill or BBQ to medium-high heat.

Step 7

Skewer the chicken, peppers, onion and courgette onto the skewers, alternating as you go.

Step 8

Grill the skewers for 8-10mins, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Step 9

Serve sprinkled with the parsley and a large side salad. We love to serve this recipe with a greek salad.

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