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Greek Chicken Souvlaki

Greek Chicken Souvlaki

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Greek Chicken Souvlaki, a beloved Mediterranean dish that brings the vibrant essence of street food right to your kitchen. This recipe features tender, marinated grilled chicken skewers served on warm pita bread alongside fresh tomatoes, crisp red onions, and a cooling tzatziki sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or backyard barbecues, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit every palate.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • Kosher salt
  • Ground black pepper
  • Pita bread
  • Sliced tomatoes
  • Red onion
  • Tzatziki sauce

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken by mixing olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat the cubed chicken and refrigerate for 45 minutes.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
  3. Grill for 8–10 minutes until cooked through (internal temp of 165°F), turning occasionally.
  4. Serve on warm pita with toppings.
  • Author: Tisha
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: MAIN DISHES
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 skewer with pita and toppings
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg