Keto Omaha

If you love Greek street food, this Keto Chicken Souvlaki is a must-try! Juicy marinated chicken skewers are grilled to perfection and served with cool, creamy tzatziki, fresh veggies, and keto-friendly pita or lettuce wraps!

Ingredients (Serves 4)

🍗 For the Chicken Souvlaki:

• 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breast, cubed)

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

• 2 cloves garlic (minced)

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• ½ teaspoon dried thyme

• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

🥗 For the Keto Greek Side Options:

• ½ cup feta cheese (crumbled)

• ½ cucumber (sliced)

• ½ red onion (thinly sliced)

• ½ cup cherry tomatoes (halved)

• ¼ cup Kalamata olives

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

🥣 For the Keto Tzatziki Sauce:

• 1 cup Greek yogurt (unsweetened, full-fat)

• ½ cucumber (grated and squeezed dry)

• 2 cloves garlic (minced)

• 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• ½ teaspoon salt

🥙 For Serving:

• Keto pita bread or lettuce wraps

• Lemon wedges

Instructions

1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken:

• In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

• Toss chicken cubes in the marinade and let sit for 30 minutes (or up to overnight in the fridge).

2️⃣ Skewer & Cook the Chicken:

🔥 Grill Method:

• Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).

• Thread chicken onto skewers and grill for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.

🔥 Skillet Method:

• Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

• Cook chicken pieces for 5-6 minutes per side until browned and crispy.

🔥 Oven Method:

• Preheat oven to 400°F.

• Bake chicken on a sheet pan for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.

3️⃣ Make the Keto Tzatziki Sauce:

• In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, and salt.

• Stir well and refrigerate until ready to serve.

4️⃣ Prepare the Keto Greek Salad:

• Toss together cucumber, red onion, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, olive oil, and red wine vinegar.

5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!

• Serve chicken souvlaki skewers with tzatziki, Greek salad, and keto pita or lettuce wraps!

• Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh dill.

🔥 Pro Tip: Want extra char? Sear the grilled skewers for 30 seconds per side on a hot pan for added crispiness!

Nutrition Info (Per Serving – 1/4 of the Recipe)

• Calories: ~480

• Protein: ~42g

• Fat: ~30g

• Net Carbs: ~5g