Chicken Souvlaki
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
4 hrs
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Total Time
4 hrs 25 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
326 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Chicken Souvlaki
Description
The recipe marinates cubed boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a mixture of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, crushed garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. This marinade tenderizes the chicken and infuses it with its distinctive Mediterranean flavors. Optionally, pieces of onion can be threaded along with the chicken pieces on the skewers for added flavor.
After marination, the chicken is threaded onto soaked wooden skewers and grilled over medium-high heat, turning frequently, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, ensuring juiciness and food safety. The grilling forms lightly charred edges and seals in the marinade flavors.
This dish is a classic Greek preparation commonly served as handheld grilled chicken skewers, often accompanied by pita bread, tzatziki sauce, and fresh vegetables. It can also be broiled in the oven as a convenient alternative to grilling without sacrificing much of the flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast cubed into 1-inch cubes, about 1 ½ lbs, boneless skinless
- ½ onion optional
Marinade
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice about 1 lemon, fresh
- 3 cloves garlic crushed
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl or freezer bag, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken (and onion if using) and toss well to coat.
- Refrigerate and allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade allowing excess to drip off. Discard the marinade and thread the chicken (and onion if using) onto skewers.
- Preheat a grill or a grill pan to medium-high heat. Add the skewers, turning frequently, and cook for 10 to 15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and reaches 165°F.
Notes
- Onion pieces can be added to the skewers for additional flavor if desired.
- To cook in the oven, broil the skewers 4-5 inches from the heat for about 5-6 minutes per side until cooked to 165°F.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- The recipe accounts for discarding excess marinade before threading chicken to ensure proper grilling.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 326 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 326 | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 48g | 96% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 264mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 895mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 75IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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