Chicken Souvlaki
Σουβλάκι
Lemony, garlicky marinated chicken skewers, grilled until charred.
Serves 4
Prep 25 min
Cook 15 min
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb boneless chicken thighs, cut in 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 red onion, cut in chunks
- 1 bell pepper, cut in chunks
- Pita and tzatziki, to serve
Steps
Step 1. Mix the oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss with the chicken and marinate 2 to 8 hours.
Step 2. Thread the chicken onto skewers with the onion and pepper.
Step 3. Grill over medium-high heat for 10 to 12 minutes, turning, until charred and cooked through (165°F).
Step 4. Serve in warm pita with tzatziki, tomato, and onion.
Where this recipe comes from
Yoribang Greek recipes by Yoribang. License: Free to use. View the original (opens in a new tab)
Original Yoribang write-ups of Greek dishes. Good olive oil, lemon, oregano, and feta carry most of the flavor. Greek yogurt, phyllo dough, kefalotyri cheese, and Kalamata olives are sold in many supermarkets and Mediterranean grocery stores.