Paleo Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce and Greek Salad

Savor a delectable Paleo-friendly take on the traditional Greek dish, Chicken Souvlaki, paired with Greek Salad and Tzatziki Sauce. This recipe is ideal for a satisfying and healthful dinner because it is full of Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients:

• For Chicken Souvlaki:
• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• For Tzatziki Sauce:
• 1 cup paleo-friendly coconut yogurt
• 1 cucumber, grated and squeezed to remove excess water
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• For Greek Salad:
• 2 large tomatoes, diced
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Optional: Paleo-friendly feta cheese, crumbled

Instructions:

For Chicken Souvlaki: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper

Add chicken cubes and toss to coat

Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes

Thread marinated chicken onto skewers

Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat

Grill chicken skewers for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred

For Tzatziki Sauce: In a bowl, combine coconut yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, and dill

Season with salt and black pepper to taste

Mix well

Cover and refrigerate tzatziki sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld

For Greek Salad: In a large bowl, combine diced tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and Kalamata olives

In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper

Pour dressing over the salad and toss to coat

If using, sprinkle crumbled paleo-friendly feta cheese over the salad before serving

Serve Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce alongside Greek Salad