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Greek Chicken Souvlaki
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Greek Chicken Souvlaki

This Greek Chicken Souvlaki is a vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean dish featuring juicy marinated chicken grilled to perfection. Served on warm pita with fresh tomatoes, red onion, and cool tzatziki sauce, it brings together the best of Greek street food in a meal that's perfect for summer barbecues or easy weeknight dinners.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Marinate Time45 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: greek
Keyword: chicken souvlaki, Greek skewers, Greek street food, grilled chicken pita, tzatziki chicken
Servings: 4
Calories: 344kcal

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed

For the Marinade:

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice from 1 lemon
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

For Serving:

  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 plum tomatoes sliced
  • Tzatziki sauce
  • Pita bread khubz
  • Lemon slices for squeezing

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Place cubed chicken in a large zip-top bag or bowl, pour the marinade over it, and toss to coat. Seal and refrigerate for 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Prepare the Skewers:

  • Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving space between each piece. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes beforehand to prevent burning.

Grill Method:

  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Clean and oil the grates.
  • Grill skewers for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and internal temperature reaches 163°F.
  • Optionally baste once with reserved marinade while cooking (discard any leftover marinade).
  • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes; it will rise to 165°F internally. Warm pita on the grill if desired.

Oven Method:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Place chicken pieces on a greased baking sheet.
  • Bake on the top rack for 5–7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 163°F.
  • Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Assemble and Serve:

  • Serve chicken in warm pita with sliced tomatoes, red onion, tzatziki sauce, and a squeeze of lemon.

Notes

Use metal skewers for ease and reusability.
Wooden skewers should be soaked to avoid burning.
Leave space between chicken pieces for even grilling.