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Bringing you all some springtime vibes with these Lemon Chicken Skewers with Creamy Feta Sauce. Grilled (or roasted) spiced herb chicken, served with a honey-lemon vinaigrette and the most deliciously addicting creamy feta sauce. It doesn’t get more delicious than this grilled chicken…simple, healthy, extra colorful, super flavorful, and so delicious. A fun switch-up from the usual chicken dinner.
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I am officially feeling spring in the air, and geez, I love it. Yes, we do have snow in the forecast this week, but after the sunniest spring weekend I have nothing but spring recipes on my mind and it’s exciting. Clearly, I’m feeling an odd burst of energy and I blame it all on the sunshine, it’s just refreshing.
The days of full sunshine inspired me to break out my grill pan and make these fun chicken skewers. They’re chock full of Moroccan-inspired flavors and truly the most delicious, addicting creamy feta sauce. I know this is cheesy of me to say, but I really am so excited to share these with you guys! My family loved this recipe. It’s perfect if you need something quick and easy to cook up this week.
The Inspiration
As I mentioned above, this recipe was created with Moroccan flavors in mind. But then they also have a slight Greek twist with that creamy, salty feta sauce.
Years ago I made some grilled Moroccan chicken to serve alongside my homemade naan. I remember enjoying it so much, so I did my best to recreate those flavors today! Only I added a few touches to make the recipe even better.
Let’s talk about the details
I marinate the chicken with a combination of some of my favorite spicy Moroccan flavors. It’s a combination of olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne, a small pinch of cinnamon, garlic, ginger, and lots of cilantro and parsley. If you don’t love cilantro? Just use the parsley and maybe a handful of mint.
Now, when I say marinate, I really just mean toss the chicken up and let it sit while you get everything else for serving together.
I’m one of those people that never has time to marinate anything, so instead, do a quick marinade. It’s not the most ideal I suppose, but it works, and everything still comes out delicious.
While the chicken sits, I mix up a quick, lemony sun-dried tomato vinaigrette to serve over the chicken that adds that lemony touch to each bite.
Now, onto that feta sauce
As you might expect, I couldn’t share this recipe without including a sauce. You all know how it goes around here, never enough sauce. Enter this delicious feta sauce. It’s whipped feta cheese, with a bit of yogurt, lemon, and whatever herbs you have on hand…or love the most.
The salty feta creates an addicting sauce. Every spoonful is delicious, but it’s especially great over this lemon chicken.
I served the lemon vinaigrette and chicken with fresh naan and crispy roasted potatoes. I used homemade naan, but feel free to use your favorite store-bought pita or flatbread.
I then added a very generous amount of that feta sauce, fresh herbs, and a few extra slices of lemons to top the dish off.
Super pretty, on the (very) healthy side, and so very delicious.
These skewers definitely have a little kick to them so the creamy feta sauce is the perfect touch. Everything about this meal is delish. It’s hard to beat…especially when served up with potatoes on the side…and naan. YUM.
Looking for other spring dinner recipes? Here are some of my favorites:
Sheet Pan 30 Minute Sticky Apricot Chicken
Cool Ranch Chicken “Tostadadillas” with Honey Lime Crema
Easy Vanilla Earl Grey Crème Brûlé
Lastly, if you make these Lemon Chicken Skewers with Creamy Feta Sauce, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Lemon Chicken Skewers with Creamy Feta Sauce
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons, plus 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4-1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/8-1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro and or parsley, chopped
- crushed red pepper flakes
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size chunks
- juice of 1 a lemon, (about 2 tablespoons)
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 (12 ounce) jar marinated artichokes
- 1 bunch asparagus, cut into thirds
Feta Sauce
- 6 ounces feta cheese
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- juice from 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh tender herbs such as dill basil or parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- 1. In a bowl, combine 3 tablespoons olive oil, the paprika, cumin, cayenne, cinnamon, 3 cloves garlic, ginger, cilantro, parsley, and a pinch each of chili flakes and salt. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Marinate for 15 minutes or up to overnight in the fridge.2. Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette. In a jar, combine 1/4 cup olive oil, the lemon juice, red wine vinegar, honey, sun-dried tomatoes, 1 clove garlic, and a pinch each of chili flakes, salt, and pepper. 3. To make the feta. Combine the feta, yogurt, and lemon juice in a blender or food processor. Blend until creamy. Stir in the herbs, paprika, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. 4. Set your grill, grill pan, or skillet to medium-high heat. Take skewers and thread the chicken, artichokes, and asparagus pieces on. Grill the skewers until lightly charred and cooked through, turning them occasionally throughout cooking, about 10 to 12 minutes total. Alternately, you can roast the chicken at 400 degrees for 20-30 minutes.6. Serve the chicken with the vinaigrette and feta sauce spooned over top. Top with fresh herbs and serve with naan and additional feta on the side.
Nutrition
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Did you make this recipe? Please rate & comment below.
So good! Added peppers to the skewers and mint in the feta sauce, woah ?
Hey Laura,
Thanks so much for making this recipe, I am delighted that it was enjoyed! Have a great weekend! xTieghan
hello!
the other day I made a feta sauce but it wasn’t creamy, the feta seemed to be too hard for the blender. what would you recommend to make it creamy? more yogurt?
btw I love how spiced your food is
Hey Erica,
Fantastic!! I am thrilled that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it! Did you use crumbled feta or block feta in water? That might make a difference in your sauce. Happy Friday:) xTieghan
loved this, all the sauces were wonderful. The marinade for the chicken was yummy, Loved the leftovers for lunch
Thanks again Suzanne!!
So delicious and flavorful, Loved the leftovers for lunch
Hey Suzanne,
Fantastic!! I am thrilled that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it! Happy Friday:) xTieghan
Excited to make this! Where could I find the recipe for the potatoes?
Hey Megan,
Here’s the recipe for the potatoes: https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/crispy-salt-and-vinegar-smashed-potatoes/
Please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
Chicken and vinaigrette were amazing!
But the creamy sauce was not so creamy… not sure why this didn’t turn out, but it was so thick! My food processor did not help make the desired consistency. The only liquid is the one lemon?
Always love trying your recipes! ❤️
Hey Dana,
Fantastic!! I am thrilled that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it! Yes, the lemon is the only liquid. Did you use crumbled feta or block feta in water, that might make a difference. Happy Friday:) xTieghan
You cannot go wrong with any of Half Baked Harvest’s recipes, but this one is over the top amazing! Instead of putting the meat and veggies on skewers, I just threw it on a sheet pan and baked in the oven. Absolutely delicious – what a flavor combo between the meat and veggies, vinaigrette and creamy feta sauce – Yummm!
Hey Kristin,
Fantastic!! I am thrilled that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it! Happy Friday:) xTieghan
For the feta sauce do we just use either the dill, basil, or parsley depending on preference? Or a combination of them? Also when making the marinade do we use 1/8 cup of cilantro and 1/8 cup parsley or a 1/4 cup of each?
Hey Olivia,
You will want to use a total of 1/4 cup of fresh herbs of your choice!! I hope you love this recipe! xTieghan
Made this last night, and it might be one of my favorite recipes you’ve done. Excellent flavors, and a perfect way to brighten up a rainy night here in New Orleans. I didn’t have basil for the feta sauce, so I subbed cilantro and green onion, and served it all with potato wedges. Definitely adding this to our regular rotation. THANKS!
Hey Juliette,
Fantastic!! I am thrilled that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it! Happy Friday:) xTieghan
5 stars all the way! I made this last night for my family. I didn’t have skewers so I made it into a sheet pan meal (learned that from HBH). The addition of the vinegrette and the feta sauce took it to whole other level.
My feta sauce was too thick (it wouldn’t blend) so I loosened it up with olive oil and a little water!!
I served it over jasmine rice!!
Can’t wait to make it again!! Thanks
Hey Maureen,
Fantastic!! I am thrilled that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it! Happy Friday:) xTieghan
I made these last night on the grill and they were FANTASTIC! Possibly the most flavorful skewers I’ve ever had. I marinated my chicken for about 8 hours before grilling and they turned out perfect. I didn’t have artichokes and substituted mushrooms and red onions. Don’t skip the creamy feta – it really makes this dish a standout! This is going to be my go-to summer dish!
Hey Kelli,
Fantastic!! I am thrilled that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it! Happy Friday:) xTieghan
OH MY GOSH…… so so awesome. LOVED IT! but then we always do 🙂
Hey Sue,
I am so glad that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a bunch for making it! xxTieghan
Great recipe! We loved it so much. Thank you!
Hey Jordan,
I am so glad that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a bunch for making it! xxTieghan
oh wow, what a fun, delicious thing to serve! And feta sauce, love it, thank you!
Hey Sabrina,
I am so glad that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a bunch for making it! xxTieghan
This was absolutely delicious! We knew immediately that we had to make this and we did not regret it. Incredibly full of flavor and chicken came out moist and delicious. I will definitely be making this again!
Hey Alaina,
I am so glad that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a bunch for making it! xxTieghan