Description
Authentic Greek Chicken Souvlaki is a vibrant and flavorful dish that embodies the spirit of Mediterranean cuisine. This easy recipe features tender chicken marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and aromatic herbs, then grilled to perfection. Accompanied by colorful vegetables, it’s not only visually appealing but also deliciously satisfying. Perfect for summer grilling or cozy family dinners, these savory chicken skewers can be served in wraps, alongside fresh salads, or with a side of creamy tzatziki sauce. In just 30 minutes, you can bring the flavors of Greece right to your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 red onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 green bell pepper
- Wooden skewers
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken chunks to the marinade and toss well. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour (overnight for best results).
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread marinated chicken and vegetable pieces onto soaked wooden skewers.
- Grill skewers for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
- Serve warm with pita bread and tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg