Description
Chicken Souvlaki is a mouthwatering Greek dish that combines marinated, grilled chicken skewers with vibrant flavors. This recipe features juicy chicken pieces marinated in a harmonious blend of garlic, yogurt, lemon juice, and olive oil, resulting in a tender and flavorful meal perfect for any gathering. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, Chicken Souvlaki can be served as an appetizer or a main course alongside fresh pita bread, tzatziki sauce, or a refreshing salad. Whether you’re enjoying a barbecue or cozy family dinner, this dish brings the taste of Greece to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz skinless and boneless chicken breast (cut into cubes)
- 1 ½ tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 ½ tbsp lemon juice
- 3 dashes ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ tsp salt
- Additional olive oil for grilling
Instructions
- Soak bamboo skewers in cold water for one hour.
- Cut chicken into equal-sized cubes and pat dry.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, black pepper, minced garlic, and salt. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
- Preheat grill to medium heat and grill skewers for about 10 minutes, brushing with olive oil while cooking.
- Serve hot with ranch dressing on the side.
- Prep Time: 50 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 457mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg