Authentic Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe
Experience the vibrant flavors of Greece right in your kitchen with this Authentic Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe. This delightful dish features tender marinated chicken grilled to perfection, serving as the ideal centerpiece for family gatherings, summer barbecues, or any occasion that calls for delicious food. The zesty marinade, infused with lemon and aromatic herbs, elevates the dish while keeping it healthy and satisfying. Serve these flavorful skewers with warm pita bread and tzatziki for a complete Mediterranean experience that will impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- 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
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Whisk until blended.
- Add chicken pieces to the marinade ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).
- Thread marinated chicken alternately with onion and bell peppers onto soaked wooden skewers.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill skewers for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is fully cooked with nice grill marks.
- Allow to rest for a few minutes before serving with pita bread and tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg