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This creamy chicken and crispy salad is savoury and cooling. Buttermilk and Greek yogurt tenderize the meat and balance the spices, creating a meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
CHICKEN
CUCUMBER SALAD
Instructions
Marinade
- StepIn a large bowl, thoroughly combine yogurt, buttermilk, lemon juice, honey, thyme and all spices. Reserve 1/2 cup (125 mL) of marinade to be used as a dipping sauce later.
Chicken
- StepAdd cubed chicken to the mixture, ensuring it’s evenly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- StepThread marinated chicken onto metal or pre-soaked wooden skewers.
- StepPreheat the grill to medium heat and brush with oil. Grill skewers for approximately 7 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Cucumber Salad
- StepIn a medium-sized bowl, combine cucumber, onion, dill and jalapeño (if using).
- StepIn a small bowl, whisk together yogurt, sour cream, buttermilk, water, lemon zest, red wine vinegar, salt and pepper.
- StepPour the dressing into the cucumber mixture and combine until evenly coated. Allow salad to sit for 5 minutes before serving.