Chicken Souvlaki
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek cuisine with this easy-to-make chicken souvlaki recipe. Marinated in a zesty blend of fresh ingredients, each juicy bite is perfect for grilling or baking. Enjoy tender chunks of chicken wrapped in warm pita, topped with creamy tzatziki sauce, and bursting with Mediterranean flair. Ideal for summer BBQs or cozy dinners, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus marination time)
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, soy sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cut chicken into 1-inch cubes and add to the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat or set oven to broil. Lightly oil grill grates if grilling.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving space between pieces.
- Grill or bake skewers for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- While chicken cooks, warm pita breads on the grill or in a skillet for about 1 minute per side.
- Place grilled chicken on warm pita bread and top with tzatziki sauce; add any additional toppings like lettuce or tomatoes as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer with pita (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg