Recipe of Chicken Souvlaki
Chicken Souvlaki is a classic Greek dish with a European twist. Tender marinated chicken skewers are perfectly grilled and served with a flavorful Tzatziki sauce and warm pita bread. This dish is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for a Mediterranean-inspired dinner.
Recipe Summary
Preparation
30 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Category
Chicken
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita bread rounds
- 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
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Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix together olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken cubes and marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- While the chicken is marinating, prepare the Tzatziki sauce. In another bowl, combine diced cucumber, Greek yogurt, chopped dill, chopped mint, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked wooden skewers.
- Grill the chicken skewers for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and have nice grill marks.
- While the chicken is grilling, warm the pita bread rounds on the grill for about 1-2 minutes per side.
- To serve, place a warm pita bread on each plate, top with grilled chicken, sliced red onion, diced tomato, and crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle with Tzatziki sauce.
- Garnish with fresh mint and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious European-style Chicken Souvlaki!
- Note: You can also serve it with a side of Greek salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
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Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Chicken Souvlaki and get the best results.
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
- Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
- Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Chicken Souvlaki to give a different touch to your preparation.
- Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
- Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
- Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 30 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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