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Chicken Souvlaki Recipe
Let the vibrant flavors of Greece dance on your palate with our Chicken Souvlaki. Infused with the tangy goodness of lemon, garlic, and a medley of spices, it's a feast in a pita!
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Additional Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 30 mins
Servings: 6 -8 Servings
Calories: 256 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Greek
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- For Serving: pita bread arugula, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, tzatziki sauce, feta cheese
Instructions
- Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large zip-top bag.
- Add in the chicken and coat with the marinade, squeeze out the excess air, and seal the bag.
- Marinate for at least 1 hour, but no more than 6 hours.
- Preheat your outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Alternatively, you can cook these in the oven by preheating the broiler.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and thread it onto skewers (if you are using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes in advance), then discard any unused marinade.
- Cook the skewers on the preheated grill, turning frequently, until the chicken is nicely browned on all sides and has an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius). If you are using a broiler, cook the skewers on a baking sheet on the top rack of the oven, turning frequently, until the chicken is nicely browned on all sides and it has an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).
- Serve with pita bread, toppings, and our Authentic Greek Tzatziki Sauce, and enjoy!
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Notes
- Store leftover Chicken Souvlaki in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To freeze, wrap the cooked chicken tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, and place it in a freezer-safe bag; it will keep for about 2 months.
- To reheat, thaw overnight in the refrigerator if frozen, and then warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven or on a skillet over medium heat until heated through.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
256kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
32g
(64%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Trans Fat
0.02g
Cholesterol
97mg
(32%)
Sodium
370mg
(15%)
Potassium
574mg
(16%)
Fiber
0.2g
(1%)
Sugar
0.1g
(0%)
Vitamin A
52IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
16mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6-8 Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 256
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 256kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 370mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 574mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 52IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.