Greek Chicken Souvlaki: Discover the Perfect Recipe!
A zesty, grilled favorite — the ultimate Mediterranean comfort food!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts, cut into cubes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Metal or wooden skewers
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, chopped
- 1/4 red onion, sliced thin
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, cubed
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- Salt, pepper, dried oregano to taste
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt & dried oregano to taste
- Warm pita or flatbread
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, and salt in a bowl. Toss in the chicken cubes and let them soak up those bold Greek flavors.
- Skewer & Grill: Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers. Grill on medium-high heat for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally until golden and juicy.
- Mix the Greek Salad: In a bowl, combine cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and feta. Drizzle with olive oil and red wine vinegar, season with oregano.
- Whip Up the Tzatziki: Mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and seasoning.
- Assemble the Platter: Warm your pita, then plate it with the grilled chicken skewers, salad, a dollop of tzatziki, and a lemon wedge.
Notes
- This recipe serves 2 people.
- Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes.
- Calories per serving are approximately 520.
- Protein content is around 45g per serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Protein: 45g