Authentic Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe
If you’re craving a meal that encapsulates the vibrant flavors of Greece, look no further than this Authentic Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe. This dish features juicy, marinated chicken skewers that are grilled to perfection, delivering a delightful combination of tender meat and aromatic spices. Paired with warm pita and a creamy tzatziki sauce, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. What makes it truly special is its simplicity—made with fresh ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry, it’s an easy way to bring a taste of the Mediterranean right to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- 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
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 red onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 green bell pepper
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken chunks to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
- Assemble skewers by alternating marinated chicken with onion and bell peppers.
- Preheat grill over medium-high heat and cook skewers for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through.
- Serve hot with warm pita bread and tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 100mg