Description
Delight in the flavors of Greece with this easy and delicious Greek Chicken Souvlaki recipe. Tender, marinated chicken is skewered and grilled to perfection, delivering a mouthwatering experience that pairs beautifully with warm pita bread, fresh tomatoes, red onions, and a generous dollop of creamy tzatziki sauce. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or summer barbecues, this dish showcases vibrant Mediterranean flavors that will satisfy any palate. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can impress family and friends with minimal effort. Enjoy the versatility of serving it as a wrap or on a refreshing salad – it’s perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 small red onion
- 2 plum tomatoes
- Tzatziki sauce
- Pita bread
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a large zip-top bag or bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add cubed chicken, seal the bag (removing excess air), and refrigerate for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Prepare skewers: Remove chicken from marinade and thread onto skewers.
- Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill skewers for 8–10 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Serve: Place grilled chicken on warm pita with sliced tomatoes and red onions. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 skewer with pita (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg