Delicious Chicken Souvlaki
Savor the vibrant flavors of homemade chicken souvlaki, a classic Greek dish that brings the taste of the Mediterranean to your kitchen. Marinated in a zesty blend of lemon, garlic, and oregano, this dish is grilled to perfection and served with warm pita and refreshing tzatziki sauce. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy dinners, each skewer promises a burst of flavor that will transport you to a sun-drenched taverna.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1 bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 red onion, cut into chunks
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- 1. In a large bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add cubed chicken breasts and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Preheat your grill or oven broiler to medium-high heat.
- 3. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers alternately with bell pepper and onion pieces.
- 4. Grill or broil skewers for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and cooked through.
- 5. While cooking, prepare tzatziki by mixing yogurt with grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- 6. Serve warm chicken souvlaki with tzatziki sauce and pita bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer with tzatziki (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg