Description
Indulge in the tastes of Greece with this easy-to-follow Greek Chicken Souvlaki recipe. Perfectly marinated chicken skewers, infused with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs, are grilled to perfection for a juicy, flavorful bite. Serve these delightful skewers with warm pita bread and tzatziki sauce for an unforgettable meal that will transport you straight to a sunlit terrace in Athens.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Wooden skewers (soaked in water)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and add them to the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F).
- Thread the marinated chicken onto soaked wooden skewers, leaving space between pieces.
- Grill the skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let rest briefly before serving with pita bread and tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 134g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize your souvlaki by adding vegetables like bell peppers or onions to the skewers. For a twist on flavors, try substituting chicken with shrimp or firm tofu.