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Chicken Souvlaki Recipe

Chicken Souvlaki

Chicken Souvlaki is a mouthwatering Greek dish that brings together juicy, marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a cozy weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp white apple vinegar
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • 6 garlic cloves
  • Fresh dill and parsley
  • Dried oregano
  • Coarse salt and black pepper
  • Greek pita bread
  • Fresh tomatoes and red onion
  • Tzatziki sauce

Instructions

  1. Combine marinade ingredients in a bowl; whisk well.
  2. Cut chicken into 1-inch cubes, add to marinade, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat; soak wooden skewers if using.
  4. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers; grill for 16-20 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through.
  5. Warm pita bread on the grill.
  6. Serve by layering grilled chicken on pita with sliced veggies and tzatziki.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 skewer
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For maximum flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Use high heat for grilling to achieve a nice char while keeping the chicken juicy. You can substitute the chicken with lamb or pork for variation.