Description
Greek Chicken Souvlaki is a flavor-packed dish featuring marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 pieces)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Pita bread or skewers for serving
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup onions, chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix chicken with lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Coat well.
- Cover and let marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F).
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers with bell peppers and onions.
- Cook skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Enjoy hot with pita bread and your favorite sauces.
Notes
- For vegetarian options, replace chicken with tofu or a mix of vegetables.
- Let chicken rest after cooking for maximum juiciness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 145g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg