Chicken & Veggie & Shrimp Skewers, Herby Tahini Sauce & Grilled Pita
A colorful, balanced summer meal featuring marinated chicken, shrimp, and a vibrant mix of veggies—all grilled and served alongside fluffy homemade skyr flatbreads. Paired with a spicy herby tahini-skyr sauce, this dish is perfect for entertaining or a cozy backyard dinner.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
Marinade Base
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 2 garlic cloves grated
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Black pepper to taste
Chicken
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tbsp plain skyr
Shrimp
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
Veggies
- 1 zucchini sliced
- 2 bell peppers chopped
- 1 red onion cut into chunks
- 1 leeks sliced in rounds
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 block halloumi cubed
Skyr Flatbreads
- 1 cup plain skyr or Greek yogurt ~240g
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour ~150g
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- Optional: garlic powder oregano, or za’atar
- Olive oil for brushing
Spicy Herby Skyr-Tahini Sauce
- 1/2 cup plain skyr
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 small jalapeño
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 –2 tbsp cold water
- 1 bundle parsley
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Make the Marinade
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon zest and juice, grated garlic, paprika, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- Reserve a few spoonfuls to brush over skewers after grilling.
Marinate the Chicken
- Add 2 tablespoons skyr to 1/3 of the marinade in a large bowl.
- Toss with chicken pieces until coated.
- Marinate 30 minutes to 4 hours in the fridge.
Marinate the Shrimp
- Toss the shrimp with another 1/3 of the marinade.
- Marinate 15 to 30 minutes max.
Marinate the Veggies
- Add the final 1/3 of the marinade to a large bowl.
- Toss with zucchini, peppers, onion, leeks, tomatoes, and halloumi.
- Let sit for 20 to 30 minutes.
Make the Flatbread Dough
- In a bowl, combine skyr, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and optional seasoning.
- Mix and knead briefly until smooth.
- Divide into 4 to 5 pieces and roll into small rounds.
- Brush lightly with olive oil.
- Grill over medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden with charred spots.
Make the Spicy Herby Sauce
- Blend skyr, tahini, garlic, jalapeño, lemon juice, olive oil, water, herbs, salt, and optional spices until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Chill until ready to serve.
Grill Everything
- Grill flatbreads first for 2-3 minutes per side, then set aside covered with a towel.
- Grill chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Grill shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until opaque.
- Grill veggie skewers for 8 to 10 minutes total, turning for even char.
- Brush all skewers with reserved marinade while grilling.
Serve
- Arrange grilled chicken, shrimp, veggies, and flatbreads on a large board or platter.
- Serve with herby sauce.
- Garnish with lemon wedges, flaky salt, or fresh herbs.
Nutrition
Calories: 313kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 124mg | Sodium: 921mg | Potassium: 795mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 2077IU | Vitamin C: 59mg | Calcium: 140mg | Iron: 3mg
