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Greek Chicken Souvlaki

Tender marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection, served with warm pita bread and creamy tzatziki. A classic Greek favorite bursting with bold flavors!
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes
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Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breast cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Tzatziki Sauce

  • 2 cups Greek yogurt full fat, plain
  • 1 cup cucumber grated, excess water squeezed out
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped

For Serving

  • 6 pieces pita bread warmed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 piece red onion sliced thin
  • 0.5 cup olives Kalamata, pitted

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
  • Pour the marinade over the chicken and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  • Soak wooden skewers in water for 20 minutes to prevent burning. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
  • Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even grilling.
  • Grill the chicken skewers for 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Internal temperature should reach 165°F.
  • While the chicken is grilling, prepare the tzatziki: In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and fresh dill until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Warm the pita bread on the grill for 30 seconds per side. Serve souvlaki with tzatziki, pita, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and olives.

Notes

For best results, use thick-cut Greek yogurt for the tzatziki. You can also use grilled eggplant or bell peppers in place of some chicken for a mixed souvlaki option.