Authentic Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe
Experience the vibrant flavors of Greece with this Authentic Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe. This quick and easy dish features tender, marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection, paired with colorful vegetables. Ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining, each bite bursts with freshness thanks to a zesty marinade of lemon juice and aromatic herbs. Serve it with warm pita bread and creamy tzatziki sauce for a delightful meal that brings the Mediterranean right to your kitchen. Perfect for meal prep, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 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
- 1 red onion, cut into chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Add chicken chunks and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight).
- Prep the Skewers: Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers alternating with red onion and bell peppers.
- Grill the Souvlaki: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through and slightly charred.
- Serve: Remove from grill and serve warm with pita bread and tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg