Jul 14 2026
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Chicken Souvlaki Over Rice Recipe

Inspired by Frankie's Diner
Time1h
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Marinated Chicken

Rice

Toppings

Method

Marinating the Chicken

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Chicken

    Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and add to the marinade. Ensure all pieces are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.

Cooking the Rice

  1. 3

    Rinse the Rice

    Rinse the long-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

  2. 4

    Cook the Rice

    In a saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes.

Cooking the Chicken

  1. 5

    Skewer the Chicken

    Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.

  2. 6

    Grill the Chicken

    Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.

Preparing Toppings

  1. 7

    Chop the Vegetables

    Dice the cucumber, tomato, and red onion into small pieces. Set aside for topping.

  2. 8

    Prepare Feta Cheese

    Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces.

Assembling the Dish

  1. 9

    Serve the Rice

    Spoon a generous portion of the cooked rice onto a plate.

  2. 10

    Add Chicken and Toppings

    Place the grilled chicken skewers on top of the rice. Add the chopped vegetables, crumbled feta cheese, and drizzle tzatziki sauce over the top.

  3. 11

    Garnish and Serve

    Garnish with additional oregano if desired and serve warm.

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