Best 5 Greek Chicken Wings With Tzatziki Sauce Recipes

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Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure with our comprehensive guide to creating tantalizing Greek chicken wings paired with the perfect tzatziki sauce. We'll take you on a journey through the vibrant flavors of Greek cuisine, exploring the secrets behind perfectly seasoned chicken wings and the refreshing zest of tzatziki. Get ready to impress your taste buds and transport yourself to the heart of Greece with every bite.

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EASY CHICKEN GYROS WITH TZATZIKI SAUCE



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A simple yogurt marinade makes these 5-ingredient chicken tenders a juicy, fast, and simple Greek-inspired pita sandwich thats ready in 30 minutes or less.

Provided by Heidi

Categories     Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 15

Juice of 1/2 lemon
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 1/4 teaspoons Mediterranean-spiced sea salt (, sea salt mixed with dried oregano)
1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup tzatziki sauce (, recipe below)
4 slices flat Greek pita bread
4 cocktail tomatoes (, halved and then quartered)
1/4 red onion (, thinly sliced)
½ cucumber (, halved with skin and seeds removed)
¾ cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
2 cloves garlic (, pressed or minced)
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh dill (, minced)
Pinch of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the lemon juice, yogurt, and sea salt in a large bowl and add the chicken tenders, tossing to coat well. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes or overnight.
  • Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add half of the chicken tenders to the pan, shaking off the excess yogurt mixture before adding to the pan. Cook the chicken tenders for about 5 minutes, undisturbed, until browned, then flip and cook for another few minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Transfer to a platter, add the additional tablespoon of olive oil and cook the remaining chicken tenders.*
  • Prepare the tzatziki sauce by grating the cucumber. Gather the cucumber together and place in a paper towel and press the water out of the shredded cucumber and place in a medium size bowl. Add the yogurt, garlic, red wine vinegar, fresh dill, kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or up to 3 days.
  • Warm the pita bread in a toaster oven or in the microwave for 30 seconds.
  • Spread some of the tzatzhiki sauce onto the warm pita bread with tomatoes, sliced red onion and 2 or 3 slices of chicken tenders. Fold the pitas and wrap in parchment paper or serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 44 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Sodium 533 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN SOUVLAKI WITH TZATZIKI SAUCE



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Greek kabobs. Fantastic flavor for chicken. Marinade can also be used for pork.

Provided by Tanya Petkos Schroeder

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 2h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into bite-sized pieces
1 (6 ounce) container plain Greek-style yogurt
½ cucumber - peeled, seeded, and grated
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons white vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pinch salt
6 wooden skewers, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine 1/4 cup olive oil, lemon juice, 2 cloves minced garlic, oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large resealable bag. Add chicken, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
  • Mix yogurt, cucumber, 1 tablespoon olive oil, vinegar, 1 clove minced garlic, and 1 pinch salt together in a bowl. Refrigerate tzatziki sauce for flavors to blend, 1 to 2 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Soak wooden skewers in a bowl of water for about 15 minutes.
  • Remove chicken from marinade and thread onto the soaked skewers. Discard unused marinade.
  • Cook the skewers on the preheated grill, turning frequently until nicely browned on all sides and chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 8 minutes per side. Serve with tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.5 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Cholesterol 70.9 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 295 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

GREEK CHICKEN MEATLOAF WITH TZATZIKI SAUCE



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The low-cal meatloaf is a different approach to a Greek dinner. Add other herbs of your choice, if desired. BTW, are the left-overs ever so delish in a pita with the sauce. Makes me drool in anticipation! (I always double the sauce for the Gyros) Adapted from Southern Living.

Provided by Caroline Cooks

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/2 cup vidalia onion, diced
1/2 cup red pepper, diced
1/2 cup green pepper, diced
1/2 cup celery, diced
1 1/2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 lbs ground chicken
3/4 cup dry breadcrumbs (Panko, if available)
1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf Italian parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons mediterranean oregano flakes
2 tablespoons lemon zest (can sub with lemon juice)
1/4 teaspoon salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 cup cucumber, peeled and grated
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon dry dill weed or 3 teaspoons fresh dill weed, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard (optional)
1 cup low-fat sour cream or 1 cup plain yogurt
finely chopped mint, to taste

Steps:

  • MEATOAF.
  • Preheat oven to 350F degrees.
  • Heat skillet over med-high heat, add oil.
  • Sauté onion, peppers celery to soften, about 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic; cook for 2 minutes to release flavor.
  • Set aside.
  • In large mixing bowl, stir together chicken and next 8 ingredients plus sauté veggies.
  • Mix until just combined; too much mixing toughens meat.
  • Spray a 9" loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • Spread mixture into the pan, making sure that there are no air spaces in mixture.
  • Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted in center register 165F degrees.
  • Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.
  • SAUCE.
  • Mix all ingredients and chill at least 2 hours to blend flavors. Makes 1 cup.
  • GYROS.
  • Using favorite pita round, cut in half and cut for pita pocket, if needed. Slather lots of sauce inside pita. Slice meatloaf or cut into 1" cubes. Insert about 1/4 cup meatloaf, lettuce, sliced tomatoes and sliced cucumber (optional) -- ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.8, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 192.2, Sodium 266, Carbohydrate 16.4, Fiber 2, Sugar 3, Protein 38.3

TZATZIKI SAUCE



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Use natural yogurt to give the classic Greek dip a pouring consistency, great with slow-cooked lamb. The tang of yogurt and mint cuts through the richness

Provided by John Torode

Categories     Side dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 garlic clove , peeled and crushed
150ml natural yogurt
10 mint leaves , roughly chopped
1 large cucumber , coarsely grated then squeezed in a clean tea towel to get rid of excess water
1 lemon , juiced

Steps:

  • Mix everything together in a small bowl with a pinch of salt. (Can be made a day ahead.) Try it drizzled over slow-cooked Greek lamb with chickpea salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 31 calories, Fat 1 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein

CHEF JOHN'S TZATZIKI SAUCE



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I'm going to show you what I think is the best method for making this incredibly delicious Greek yogurt and garlic sauce. One of the world's great snacks, an all-purpose condiment, this is just good on so many things. I serve mine with some homemade pita bread. As always, enjoy!

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Tzatziki

Time 3h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large English cucumber, peeled and grated
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups Greek yogurt
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
½ lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 sprig fresh dill for garnish
1 pinch cayenne pepper for garnish

Steps:

  • Sprinkle grated cucumber with 1/2 teaspoon salt in a bowl and let stand 10 to 15 minutes to draw out juice.
  • Place yogurt into a separate bowl. Dump cucumber and its juice onto a sturdy, dry paper or cloth towel and squeeze as much moisture as possible from the cucumber. Mix cucumber into yogurt. Add garlic, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice; mix thoroughly.
  • Stir dill and mint into yogurt-cucumber mixture; season with salt and black pepper. Adjust all seasonings to taste.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 or 4 hours (or overnight). Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with a sprig of dill and a sprinkle of cayenne pepper for color.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48.5 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Cholesterol 7.5 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 119.6 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh chicken wings. If using frozen wings, thaw them completely before cooking.
  • You can adjust the amount of lemon juice and garlic in the tzatziki sauce to your liking.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken wings in a preheated oven at 400°F for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • Serve the chicken wings with tzatziki sauce, pita bread, and a side of vegetables.
  • To make the chicken wings even more flavorful, marinate them in the Greek yogurt mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • For a crispy skin, make sure the chicken wings are patted dry before cooking.
  • If you like your chicken wings spicy, add a pinch of chili powder or cayenne pepper to the Greek yogurt mixture.

Conclusion:

These Greek chicken wings with tzatziki sauce are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or a weeknight meal. The chicken wings are juicy and flavorful, and the tzatziki sauce is a refreshing and tangy complement. Whether you are a fan of Greek food or not, you are sure to enjoy these chicken wings.

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