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Recipe of Chicken Souvlaki

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.
4 Servings
30 min Preparation
Easy
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:

    Step 1
  • 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.
  • Step 2
  • 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.
  • Step 3
  • Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  • Step 4
  • Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked wooden skewers.
  • Step 5
  • Grill the chicken skewers for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and have nice grill marks.
  • Step 6
  • While the chicken is grilling, warm the pita bread rounds on the grill for about 1-2 minutes per side.
  • Step 7
  • 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.
  • Step 8
  • Garnish with fresh mint and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious European-style Chicken Souvlaki!
  • Step 9
  • Note: You can also serve it with a side of Greek salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

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