
Greek Chicken Souvlaki
This Greek chicken souvlaki is a delicious and flavorful grilled chicken dish marinated in a blend of Mediterranean spices.
Ingredients
- Tzatziki sauce (1/2 cup)
- Pita bread (4)
- Cucumber (1, sliced)
- Tomatoes (2, sliced)
- Red onion (1, sliced)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Dried thyme (1 teaspoon)
- Dried oregano (1 tablespoon)
- Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
- Lemon juice (2 tablespoons)
- Olive oil (1/4 cup)
- Chicken breasts (4, boneless and skinless)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and place them in a ziplock bag.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken, seal the bag, and massage the marinade into the chicken to ensure it is evenly coated.
- Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers, alternating with slices of red onion.
- Grill the chicken skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
- While the chicken is grilling, warm the pita bread on the grill for a few minutes on each side.
- Serve the grilled chicken souvlaki on warm pita bread, topped with sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and a dollop of tzatziki sauce.
- Enjoy your delicious Greek chicken souvlaki!
Dietary Information
Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 350 • Fat: 12g • Carbs: 10g • Protein: 30g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 2g