Grilled Greek Chicken with Mushroom and Garlic Sauce

40 mins    Dinner

This Greek-inspired BBQ feast brings together smoky, tender chicken skewers, crunchy vegetables and a bright velvety sauce. Smoky, creamy, and full of umami depth, the Garlic and BBQ Mushroom Sauce is a smooth, flavour-packed addition to the grilled chicken, adding a gourmet twist with every bite. This Grilled Greek Chicken with Mushroom and Garlic Sauce is easy to make, nutritious and great for the whole family. Prep time: 20 minutes

Cook time: 20 minutes

Total time: 40 minutes

Serves: 3-4 Contains: Dairy, Meat Free from: Seafood, Gluten

Grilled Greek Chicken with Mushroom and Garlic Sauce

Ingredients

Chicken

• 2 chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 4 teaspoons crushed garlic

• 2 teaspoons salt

• 1 tablespoon finely chopped dill

• 1 tablespoon oregano

• 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice + 1 tablespoon to sprinkle over the top once cooked

• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

• 1 small red onion, cut into large cubes 2-3 teaspoons Red chilli flakes (optional for heat lovers)

Vegetables

• 4 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 teaspoons salt

• 2 teaspoons oregano

• 1 red pepper, cut into 2-inch cubes

• 1 zucchini, cut into thick slices

• 7 large cremini mushrooms*, quartered

Mushroom and Garlic Sauce

• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt

• 1/4 cup mayonnaise

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/3 teaspoon lemon zest

• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped 5 pieces of grilled mushrooms will also be used, this is listed in the vegetable ingredients.

Method

1. Marinate the Chicken Mix all chicken marinade ingredients in a bowl. Add the chicken pieces and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours.

2. Prepare the Vegetables

   In a separate bowl, toss all the vegetables ingredients until well coated.

3. Assemble the Skewers

   Thread chicken pieces onto skewers, adding red onion between the pieces. Thread the vegetables onto separate skewers.

   
   

   Tip: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes beforehand to prevent burning.

   
   

4. Grill

   Grill the chicken and vegetable skewers over medium heat until cooked through and slightly charred. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of lemon juice over the cooked chicken.

5. Make the Mushroom Sauce

   Blend the yogurt, mayonnaise, olive oil, garlic, salt, lemon zest, lemon juice and 5 grilled mushroom pieces until smooth. Pour into a bowl and stir in the chopped dill.

6. Serve Serve the skewers with warm pita bread or rice, and a simple side of cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and crumbled feta cheese.Optional: A squeeze of lemon and a drizzle of olive oil over the top brings everything together beautifully. *This recipe is brought to you in partnership with Mushrooms Canada If your do try this recipe please leave a review and tell us your thoughts!

More for the eyes

Mushroom and Garlic Creamy Sauce

Chicken Marinade

Marinated vegetables

Skewered chicken

Skewered chicken and vegetables before grilling

On the grill

Final platter