Chicken Souvlaki
Marinated grilled chicken skewers with Mediterranean spices, lemon, and garlic. Serve with pita, tzatziki, and fresh vegetables for an authentic Greek feast.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 48g
Ingredients
- ½ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 4 whole garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 whole wooden skewers
- 8 whole pita bread
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 2 whole tomatoes, sliced
- 1 whole red onion, sliced
- 2 whole fresh lemon wedges
Instructions
- 1
Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- 3
Cut chicken breasts into 1.5-inch cubes and add to the marinade. Toss to coat evenly.
- 4
Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
- 5
Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- 6
Thread marinated chicken pieces onto soaked skewers, leaving a small gap between pieces.
- 7
Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and lightly charred.
- 8
Remove from grill and let rest for 2 minutes.
- 9
Warm pita bread on the grill for 30 seconds per side.
- 10
Fill each pita with souvlaki, tzatziki, tomato slices, and red onion.
- 11
Serve with lemon wedges and extra tzatziki on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- charcoal or gas grill
- wooden skewers
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- meat thermometer
- tongs
- serving platter
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