Air Fryer Greek Chicken
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5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
27 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
365 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Greek
Air Fryer Greek Chicken
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Juicy marinated Greek chicken paired with a tzatziki dip.
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Ingredients
For the Tzatziki
- 1 cup (250ml) Greek yogurt
- ½ cup (125ml) cucumber grated
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Souvlaki
- 1½ pounds (680g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
- ¼ cup (60ml) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- skewers soaked in water for at least 30 minutes
Instructions
For the Tzatziki
- Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out the excess moisture. This will prevent the tzatziki sauce from becoming watery.
- In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to thoroughly combine all the ingredients.
- Taste the tzatziki sauce and adjust the seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your taste.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the tzatziki sauce for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Before serving, give the tzatziki sauce a good stir. If desired, garnish with an extra drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh dill.
- Serve the tzatziki sauce alongside the Air Fryer Chicken Souvlaki as a delicious and cooling dip.
For the Chicken Souvlaki
- In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.
- Add the chicken breast cubes to the marinade and toss until they are evenly coated. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 4 hours for more flavor.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C for about 5 minutes.
- Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked wooden skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
- Place the chicken skewers in a single layer in the air fryer basket, without overcrowding.
- Cook the chicken souvlaki in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking time, until the chicken is cooked through and has a golden brown exterior.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken souvlaki from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve with pita bread, tzatziki sauce, sliced tomatoes, onions, and any other desired accompaniments.
Notes
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes. This infuses the flavors deeply, making each bite a flavor bomb.
- Really wring out the grated cucumber for the tzatziki. Extra moisture can turn your sauce from fab to drab. You can also use whipped feta.
- Don’t crowd the chicken in the air fryer. Good air circulation equals perfectly cooked souvlaki.
- Give your cooked souvlaki a few minutes to rest before serving. This keeps the juices locked in for tender, succulent bites.
- Store - Keep leftover chicken souvlaki and tzatziki in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- There are 9 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
365kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
33g
(66%)
Fat
24g
(37%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
15g
Trans Fat
0.03g
Cholesterol
162mg
(54%)
Sodium
734mg
(31%)
Potassium
471mg
(13%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
0.4g
(1%)
Vitamin A
328IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
48mg
(5%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 365 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 365kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 162mg | 54% |
| Sodium | 734mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 471mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 328IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 48mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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