Chicken Souvlaki Recipe
Tender marinated chicken grilled on skewers with lemon, garlic, and oregano for a bright, flavorful Mediterranean-style meal that’s perfect with pita or fresh salads.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings (4–6 skewers)
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
1½–2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1–1½ inch cubes
3 tablespoons olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon dried oregano (or 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional: 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, ½ teaspoon cumin or chili flakes
Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- In a bowl or resealable bag, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and optional vinegar or spices.
- Add chicken cubes and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight in the fridge.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 1 hour.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers (about 5–9 pieces per skewer).
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook skewers for 3–5 minutes per side, until charred and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving with sides of choice.
Notes
Chicken thighs yield juicier results than breasts.
Add mustard or extra vinegar to marinade for more tang.
Cook under a broiler as an indoor alternative (about 12 minutes).
Serve with pita, tzatziki, and a Greek salad for a full meal.
Freeze cooked chicken for up to 3 months for easy meals later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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