Authentic Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe
Experience a taste of Greece with this Authentic Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe. This dish features tender chicken marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, and aromatic herbs, then grilled on skewers for a delightful outdoor feast or a quick weeknight dinner. With just 15 minutes of preparation time, you can enjoy bold Mediterranean flavors in no time. Customize your souvlaki with colorful vegetables like bell peppers and onions, and serve it alongside warm pita bread and creamy tzatziki sauce for a meal that impresses every time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 red onion, cut into chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken chunks to the marinade; toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.
- Thread marinated chicken and vegetables onto skewers.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill skewers for about 10-15 minutes until golden brown and chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Let rest briefly before serving with pita bread and tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 80mg