Chicken Souvlaki Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
35 mins
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Cook Time
6 mins
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Total Time
41 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
157 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Greek
Chicken Souvlaki Recipe
Description
The chicken pieces are marinated in a blend of Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. The yogurt tenderizes the chicken while the lemon and oregano add bright, herbaceous flavors characteristic of Greek cuisine. After refrigerating the chicken in this marinade for thirty minutes, the meat is threaded onto skewers along with pieces of red bell pepper and red onion, which also slightly soften and char during cooking.
The skewers can be grilled over medium-high heat for 6 to 8 minutes per side, or baked in the oven on a foil-lined baking sheet with a cooling rack at 425°F for 25-30 minutes. The result is juicy chicken with hints of tanginess and herb fragrance complemented by the sweetness of the peppers and onions.
This dish works well served with sides like pita, tzatziki sauce, salad, or rice, providing a balanced meal with protein and vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs chicken breast cut into chunks, skinless, boneless
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup lemon juice fresh
- 1 tsp oregano dried
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 red bell pepper cut into chunks
- 1 red onion cut into chunks
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the greek yogurt, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken chunks to a ziplock bag and pour the yogurt mixture over the top. Seal the bag and toss to coat. Refrigerate for thirty minutes.
- Thread the marinated chicken chunks onto skewers, alternating with chunks of red pepper and red onion.
- Grill on medium high heat for 6 to 8 minutes per side, until juices run clear. Alternatively, line a baking sheet with foil and place a cooling rack on top. Place the skewers on the cooling rack, and bake at 425 for 25-30 minutes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 157 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 157kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 430mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 528mg | 11% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 655IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 32mg | 36% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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