Chicken Souvlaki Skewers
Delicious Chicken Souvlaki Skewers marinated in vibrant Mediterranean flavors, perfect for summer barbecues.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into cubes
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons oregano (dried)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Cube the Chicken: Cut the chicken breast into even cubes to ensure they cook evenly.
- Create the Marinade: In a bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers.
- Grill the Skewers: Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Serve: Serve the souvlaki skewers hot with warm pita and tzatziki sauce.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken for a few hours or overnight. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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