Description
This flavorful chicken souvlaki recipe brings the vibrant taste of Greece to your table! Marinated in a delicious mixture of garlic, oregano, lemon, and olive oil, this grilled chicken is perfectly paired with homemade tzatziki sauce, fresh vegetables, and warm pita.
Ingredients
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For the Souvlaki Marinade:
- 10 garlic cloves, peeled
- 2 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup Private Reserve Greek extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 bay leaves
For the Chicken:
- 2 1/2 lb organic boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
For the Pita Fixings:
- Greek pita bread
- Tzatziki Sauce (made according to this recipe)
- Sliced tomato, cucumber, onions, and Kalamata olives
Optional Sides to Serve Along:
- Greek salad
- Roasted garlic hummus
- Mezze platter
- Watermelon and cucumber salad
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a small food processor, combine garlic, oregano, rosemary, paprika, salt, pepper, olive oil, white wine, and lemon juice (do NOT add the bay leaves yet). Pulse until well combined.
- Marinate the chicken: Add the chicken pieces to a large bowl, toss with the bay leaves, and pour over the marinade. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Prepare the skewers: Soak 10-12 wooden skewers in water for 30-45 minutes.
- Prepare sides and tzatziki sauce: While the chicken is marinating, prepare the tzatziki sauce and any sides you’d like to serve with your souvlaki.
- Grill the chicken: Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers. Heat the grill or griddle over medium-high heat, brushing the grates with oil. Grill the chicken skewers for about 5 minutes, turning to cook evenly, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (it will rise to 165°F as it rests).
- Grill the pitas: While the chicken is resting, briefly grill the pitas to warm them.
- Assemble the souvlaki pitas: Spread tzatziki sauce on each pita, add the grilled chicken pieces (remove from the skewers), and top with sliced vegetables and olives.
- Serve: Optionally, serve with Greek salad, hummus, or a Mezze platter.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- This dish pairs well with a side of Greek salad or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg