Authentic Greek Chicken Souvlaki (Printable Version)
Tender marinated chicken, vibrant veggies, and bright Mediterranean flavors—perfect for outdoor grilling.
# Ingredients:
→ For the Souvlaki
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680 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2.5 cm chunks
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60 ml extra virgin olive oil
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60 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice
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4 garlic cloves, finely minced
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1 tablespoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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Salt, to taste
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Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
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1 medium red onion, cut into 2.5 cm pieces
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1 large red bell pepper, cut into 2.5 cm chunks
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1 large green bell pepper, cut into 2.5 cm chunks
→ For Assembly
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Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
# Steps:
01 -
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until fully blended.
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Add chicken chunks to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat all pieces. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight for deepest flavor.
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Set grill to medium-high heat in preparation for cooking.
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Thread marinated chicken onto soaked wooden skewers, alternating with pieces of red onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper.
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Grill the assembled skewers for 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and vegetables are lightly charred and tender.
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Remove souvlaki from the grill and serve immediately alongside warm pita and tzatziki sauce, if desired.
# Notes:
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Soaking wooden skewers in water prevents burning during grilling.
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Marinating overnight imparts maximum flavor and tenderizes the chicken.