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Mediterranean Sesame‑Glazed Chicken Skewers

Tender chicken pieces marinated in olive oil, lemon, and sesame, then grilled and served with a cucumber‑yogurt dip.

Mediterranean Sesame‑Glazed Chicken Skewers

Total

25 min

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Serves

2

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Servings

Recipe serves 2

Ingredients

  • 200 g Chicken breast, cut into bite‑size pieces
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup Cucumber, finely diced
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh dill, chopped(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, sesame seeds, minced garlic, salt, and pepper; add the chicken pieces and toss to coat. Let marinate while you prepare the dip (about 5 minutes).

  2. 2

    Mix Greek yogurt, diced cucumber, and dill in a small bowl; season with a pinch of salt and set aside.

  3. 3

    Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers (metal or soaked wooden). Grill over medium‑high heat for 4‑5 minutes per side, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly charred.

  4. 4

    Remove the skewers from the grill, let rest 1 minute, then serve with the cucumber‑yogurt dip.

Nutrition per serving

Calories

260

13% of a 2,000 kcal day

Protein30 g
Carbohydrate6 g
Fat12 g
Fiber1 g
Sugar3 g
Sodium350 mg

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