Chicken Souvlaki
Juicy chicken skewers marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon, and garlic, perfect for grilling and serving in warm pita with tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pita bread, for serving
- Tzatziki sauce, for serving
- Vegetables (like bell peppers and onions), optional for skewering
Instructions
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined.
- Marinate the chicken cubes in the marinade, covering and refrigerating for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat while the chicken marinates.
- Skewer the marinated chicken onto skewers, alternating with vegetables if using.
- Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
- Assemble and serve the grilled chicken in pita bread, topped with tzatziki sauce and your choice of vegetables.
Notes
Marination is key for flavor. Feel free to experiment by substituting chicken with pork or shrimp, or use firm tofu for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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