Chicken and Grilled Peppers with Tzatziki
A flavorful dish combining juicy grilled chicken with smoky peppers and creamy tzatziki, perfect for family dinners or summer barbecues.
Ingredients
For the Vinaigrette
- 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 6 cloves garlic, 3 sliced and 3 chopped
- 2 teaspoons honey
- Chili flakes to taste
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
For the Chicken and Peppers
- 1.5 pounds chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-size chunks
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
For the Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup Tzatziki sauce
- 3 tablespoons mayo
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 6 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- Peperoncini for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- To make the vinaigrette, combine all the vinaigrette ingredients in a bowl or glass jar.
- Mix the chicken with half of the vinaigrette and the smoked paprika in a bowl.
- Thread the chicken onto skewers.
Grilling
- Set your grill, grill pan, or skillet to medium-high heat.
- Grill the peppers until they're charred all over, then place them in a large bowl, cover, and let steam for 10 minutes.
- Remove the charred skin, deseed, and slice the peppers. Submerge the charred peppers in the vinaigrette.
- Simultaneously, grill the skewers of chicken until lightly charred and cooked through, about 10 to 12 minutes total.
Assembly
- In a bowl, mix the Tzatziki sauce with the mayo and lemon juice. Stir in the crumbled feta.
- To assemble, add rice to a bowl and top with peppers, chicken, and any other desired toppings. Add a few dollops of feta and dress with Tzatziki sauce.
Notes
Marinate the chicken for a few hours or overnight for deeper flavor. Adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili flakes according to your taste. Mix and match peppers for a colorful dish.