Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greece with this easy-to-make Greek Chicken Souvlaki. Perfect for summer grilling or a quick weeknight dinner, this dish features marinated chicken grilled to juicy perfection and served on warm pita. Accompanied by fresh vegetables and a creamy tzatziki sauce, each bite bursts with Mediterranean goodness that will transport your taste buds straight to the sun-soaked shores of Greece. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or enjoying a cozy meal at home, this recipe is as versatile as it is delicious. Experience the joy of homemade souvlaki any day of the week!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- For serving: red onion, tomatoes, tzatziki sauce, pita bread
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper for 45 minutes to an hour.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat or oven to 350°F.
- Skewer the marinated chicken and grill for 8–10 minutes or bake for 5–7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Serve on warm pita with sliced vegetables and tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg