Greek Chicken with Tzatziki Sauce is made with juicy chicken breasts marinated in lemon, garlic, oregano, and olive oil, then grilled until tender. A cool and creamy homemade tzatziki made with Greek yogurt and cucumber is the perfect finishing touch.
I started making this chicken in my Ninja Foodi Grill, and it quickly became one of my favorite ways to add lots of flavor to plain chicken breasts. The fresh lemon and oregano pair so well with the cool cucumber tzatziki.
Why I Love This Recipe
About the Ingredients ⭐
- Chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts work well for grilling.
- Marinade: Olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper add plenty of flavor to the chicken.
- Cucumber: Finely grate the cucumber for the tzatziki sauce.
- Greek Yogurt: Creates the creamy base for the sauce. Sour cream can also be used.
- Tzatziki Seasonings: Lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and garlic give the sauce its fresh, tangy flavor.
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
How to Make Greek Chicken with Tzatziki Sauce
Marinate the Chicken: Whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and marinade to a resealable bag or container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Make the Tzatziki: Finely grate the cucumber and squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible. Mix with the Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Preheat the Grill: Preheat the Ninja Foodi Grill to 400°F.
Grill the Chicken: Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until the chicken reaches 165°F internally.
Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. Top with the chilled tzatziki sauce.
Questions Readers Ask Most
Can I make the tzatziki sauce ahead of time?
Yes. Make the tzatziki a day ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Can I use sour cream instead of Greek yogurt?
Yes. Sour cream works in place of Greek yogurt and will give the tzatziki a slightly richer flavor.
How long should I marinate the chicken?
Marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours. You can also let it marinate overnight for more flavor.
Storage
Store the cooked chicken and tzatziki sauce in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat the chicken before serving, but keep the tzatziki chilled.
Greek Chicken with Tzatziki sauce
Store the cooked chicken and tzatziki sauce in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat the chicken before serving, but keep the tzatziki chilled.
Ingredients
For the Greek Chicken
- - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- - ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- - Juice of 1 medium lemon
- - 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- - Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Tzatziki Sauce
- - ½ cup finely grated cucumber
- - 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- - 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- - Juice of 1 medium lemon
- - 1 tablespoon garlic powder or 1–2 garlic cloves, minced
- - Sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- For the chicken marinade, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a medium bowl. Pour into a Ziploc bag or container with the chicken to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken and marinade to a resealable bag or container. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Grate the cucumber and squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible.
- Mix the cucumber with the Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Preheat the Ninja Foodi Grill to 400°F.
- Add the marinated chicken and grill for 5–7 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. Top with the chilled tzatziki sauce.
Notes
Squeezing the excess liquid from the cucumber helps keep the tzatziki thick and creamy.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 521Total Fat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 156mgSodium: 448mgCarbohydrates: 26gFiber: 2gSugar: 18gProtein: 59g
Yum!! This is one of my favorite sauces ever! Totally pinning this to make later!