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Quick 30-Minute Chicken Souvlaki

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A quick and easy chicken souvlaki recipe marinated in lemon, garlic, and oregano, grilled to juicy perfection and served with fresh veggies and warm pita bread.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 medium yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
  • Optional: 10-12 cherry tomatoes
  • Pita bread or flatbreads, warm
  • Tzatziki sauce
  • Fresh parsley or dill, chopped
  • Lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. Cut 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken into 1-inch cubes and place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, juice of one large lemon (~3 tablespoons), 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir in 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt if using.
  3. Pour the marinade over the chicken cubes, toss gently to coat, cover with plastic wrap, and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  4. Chop 1 red and 1 yellow bell pepper into chunks, slice 1 small red onion into wedges, and cut 1 zucchini into thick rounds. Toss veggies lightly with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  5. Thread marinated chicken and veggies alternately onto soaked wooden or metal skewers.
  6. Heat grill pan over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes until hot.
  7. Cook skewers on grill pan for 4-5 minutes per side, turning carefully until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and veggies are tender but crisp.
  8. Warm pita or flatbreads in a dry skillet or oven for 1-2 minutes until soft.
  9. Arrange skewers on a serving platter, garnish with chopped parsley or dill and lemon wedges, and serve with tzatziki sauce and warm pita.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 15 minutes for best flavor; up to 2 hours in fridge is fine but avoid overnight. Use chicken thighs for juicier meat. Soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Avoid overcrowding grill pan to ensure proper searing. Warm pita just before serving to keep soft. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat gently to maintain texture.

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