Description
Delicious and tender chicken souvlaki, marinated and grilled to perfection, served with warm pita and fresh sides.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika (optional, for added color and warmth)
- 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt (optional, for extra tenderness)
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Start by cutting your chicken into evenly-sized, bite-sized cubes. This ensures they cook evenly and soak up the marinade better.
- Mix the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and paprika. If using, stir in the Greek yogurt—this adds a subtle tang and helps tenderize the meat even more.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, making sure every piece is coated. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, though overnight is best for deep flavor.
- Cook to Perfection: When ready to cook, thread the marinated chicken onto skewers. Grill over medium-high heat for about 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden and cooked through. You can also bake or pan-sear the chicken if grilling isn’t an option.
- Serve It Your Way: Serve the chicken souvlaki hot off the grill with warm pita, a crisp Greek salad, tzatziki, and maybe a sprinkle of feta. Wrap it up or plate it generously—either way, it’s guaranteed to impress.
Notes
- For best results, marinate the chicken overnight for maximum flavor.
- These skewers can be cooked on a grill, baked in the oven, or pan-seared.
- Feel free to add bell peppers or onions to the skewers for additional flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg