Chicken Souvlaki
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4.6
Chicken Souvlaki
Description
This recipe begins by marinating skinless, boneless chicken breast pieces in a mixture of minced garlic, dried oregano, kosher salt, black pepper, olive oil, and fresh lemon juice. The marinade allows the chicken to absorb herbal, citrus, and savory elements, tenderizing the meat. Marinating from two hours up to overnight intensifies the flavor.
Wooden skewers soaked to prevent burning are threaded with the chicken pieces and grilled over medium-high heat. The relatively short cook time on each side cooks the chicken through while maintaining juiciness and a slight char. Resting the skewers after grilling helps redistribute juices for moist meat.
Chicken Souvlaki serves well as a main dish alongside rice, salads, or pita bread, making it a versatile option for summer grilling or casual meals. The simple ingredient list and method highlight fresh flavors and straightforward preparation.
Leftovers store well refrigerated on or off the skewers for 3-4 days. For advance preparation, freezing the raw marinated skewers is possible up to 9 months, requiring thawing in the fridge overnight before cooking to ensure even doneness.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds chicken breast skinless and boneless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoon oregano dried
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoon lemon juice from 1 lemon
Instructions
- Marinate: Add all the ingredients to a large sealable freezer bag or airtight container. Mix everything together well to coat each piece of chicken. Marinate for at least 2 hours, up to overnight.
- Prep skewers: Meanwhile, soak the wooden skewers. Place them in a large baking dish or roasting pan and cover them with water by at least 1/2 inch. Soak for 1-2 hours.
- Assemble: Preheat your grill over medium-high. Skewer the pieces of chicken, leaving about 1/2" on the end of each skewer. I got 6 skewers.
- Cook: Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 3 minutes per side, or until completely cooked through. Transfer the skewers to a plate and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container or sealable freezer bag, with or without skewers, for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
- Freeze raw marinated skewers in a single layer in freezer bags for up to 9 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before grilling.
- Ensure chicken is fully thawed before grilling to allow even cooking through the pieces under high heat.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 219 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1skewer | |
| Calories | 219kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 326mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 458mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 62IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.6
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