Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greece with this irresistible Greek Chicken Souvlaki recipe. Ideal for both casual weeknight dinners and festive gatherings, this dish features marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection and served with warm pita bread. The combination of fresh tomatoes, crunchy red onions, and creamy tzatziki sauce creates a delightful Mediterranean experience that will transport your taste buds straight to the sun-soaked shores of Greece. With minimal preparation time and endless serving possibilities, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their grilling game. Enjoy it as a wrap or platter, and savor every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 plum tomatoes, sliced
- Tzatziki sauce
- Pita bread (khubz)
- Lemon slices, for squeezing
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by combining olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat cubed chicken in the marinade and refrigerate for 45 minutes.
- Preheat the grill or oven (medium-high heat or 350°F).
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
- Grill for 8–10 minutes or bake for 5–7 minutes on each side until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 163°F).
- Serve on warm pita with sliced tomatoes, red onions, tzatziki sauce, and lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg