Description
This Greek Chicken Souvlaki is made with juicy, marinated chicken cubes grilled to perfection. Infused with garlic, lemon, and herbs, it’s a simple yet flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners or summer barbecues.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 8 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons dried marjoram (or fresh, if available)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, marjoram, thyme, salt, pepper, and onion powder. Mix well to form the marinade.
- Add the cubed chicken to the bowl and toss until all pieces are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for deeper flavor.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. No soaking is needed for metal skewers.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers.
- Grill the skewers for 4–5 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is fully cooked and has grill marks. Cooking time may vary depending on heat and chicken thickness.
- Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Marinate overnight for the most flavorful results.
- Serve with pita, tzatziki, and a Greek salad for a complete meal.
- Leftover chicken is great for wraps, bowls, or salads the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
