Chicken Souvlaki
A classic Greek dish featuring marinated chicken grilled to perfection on skewers, bursting with flavor.
Equipment
- Grill
- Wooden Skewers
- Large Sealable Bag
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
- Knife
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb. chicken breast skinless and boneless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 2 Tbsp. dried oregano
- ½ tsp. salt adjust to taste
- ¼ tsp. black pepper adjust to taste
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice about 1 lemon
Instructions
- In a large sealable bag or airtight container, combine minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice.
- Add the chicken pieces into the mixture, seal the bag, and massage to coat the chicken thoroughly. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 1 hour to prevent burning.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken onto the soaked skewers, leaving a small gap at the end of each skewer.
- Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 3 minutes per side, turning carefully until the chicken is fully cooked and has nice grill marks (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
- Transfer the skewers to a plate and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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Notes
Store cooked chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.