Juicy Grilled Chicken Souvlaki: A Quick Mediterranean Treat

Enjoy this Grilled Chicken Souvlaki, a quick and flavorful Mediterranean dish perfect for gatherings.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 12

Marinating Time 3

Total Time 3 42

Servings: 4 skewers

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Marinade

1/4 cup Olive Oil or avocado oil
1 juice Lemon can substitute with lime juice
4 cloves Minced Garlic or garlic powder as an alternative
2 teaspoons Oregano or Italian seasoning
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper use freshly ground for best flavor

For the Chicken

1.5 pounds Chicken (breast or thighs) juicy thighs recommended

For Skewering

Wooden or Metal Skewers soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes

Equipment

Grill
Mixing Bowl
Skewers
measuring cups
measuring spoons

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Grilled Chicken Souvlaki

Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, and salt and pepper until well combined.
Marinate Chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized cubes, add to marinade, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
Thread Chicken: Pre-soak skewers, remove chicken from marinade, and thread onto skewers.
Preheat the Grill: Set the grill to medium-high heat, clean the grates, and lightly oil them.
Grill the Chicken: Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
Rest and Serve: Allow skewers to rest for 5 minutes, then serve with lemon wedges and sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow chicken to rest after grilling to retain juices; serve with tzatziki or Greek salad.

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