Authentic Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe
Enjoy the flavors of Greece with this delicious Greek Chicken Souvlaki recipe. Tender chunks of marinated chicken, along with colorful bell peppers and onions, threaded onto skewers and grilled to perfection. A perfect dish for a Mediterranean-inspired meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Skewers:
- 1 red onion, cut into chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Add chicken chunks to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor.
- Prepare the Skewers: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, alternating with pieces of red onion and bell pepper.
- Grill the Skewers: Grill skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
- Serve: Serve hot with tzatziki sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken overnight for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Greek Chicken Souvlaki, Grilled Chicken Skewers, Mediterranean Chicken Recipe
