GRILLED GREEK CHICKEN KEBABS WITH MINT-FETA SAUCE

Grilled Greek Chicken Kebabs with Mint-Feta Sauce image

Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 4), cut into 1-inch pieces (24 total)
1 zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces (16 total)
1/2 small red onion, quartered lengthwise, layers separated
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Vegetable oil, for grill
1/2 cup crumbled feta (2 ounces)
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1 cup packed fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish (optional)

Steps:

In a resealable plastic bag, combine chicken, zucchini, onion, olive oil, oregano, and 2 tablespoons vinegar; season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Marinate at room temperature 30 minutes (or refrigerate up to overnight; place bag on a plate, in case of leaks).
Heat grill to medium (see page 367 for instructions); lightly oil grates. (Alternatively, heat a grill pan over medium-high.) Onto each skewer, thread 3 pieces of chicken with zucchini and onion. Grill skewers, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender, 12 to 14 minutes.
To make sauce, blend feta, yogurt, mint, and remaining tablespoon vinegar in a food processor until smooth. Serve kebabs with dipping sauce and garnish with mint leaves if desired.