Description
Greek Chicken Souvlaki is a flavorful dish featuring tender, marinated chicken skewers, perfect for any gathering or summer BBQ. Enjoy the vibrant taste of Greece in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pita bread or flatbreads for serving
- Tzatziki sauce for dipping
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized cubes and add to the marinade. Mix well and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400°F/200°C). Soak wooden skewers in water if using them.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving space between pieces for even cooking.
- Grill skewers for 5-7 minutes on each side until charred and cooked through (internal temp of 165°F/75°C).
- Remove from grill, let rest briefly, and serve with warm pita bread, tzatziki sauce, and fresh veggies.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with tofu or mixed vegetables.
- Enhance flavors by adding fresh herbs like parsley or dill.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg