Chicken Souvlaki Pita Recipe
Make Chicken Souvlaki Pita Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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For the Chicken Marinade
For the Pita and Toppings
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch cubes and add them to the marinade. Toss to coat the chicken evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
Cooking the Chicken
- 3
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- 4
Skewer the Chicken
Once marinated, thread the chicken cubes onto skewers, leaving a bit of space between each piece.
- 5
Assembling the Pita
- 6
Prepare the Pita
Warm the pita bread on the grill for about 1-2 minutes on each side until slightly toasted.
- 7
Fill the Pita
Remove the chicken from the skewers and place a generous amount into each warmed pita. Top with diced tomato, cucumber, red onion, and a dollop of tzatziki sauce.
- 8
Garnish
Sprinkle with fresh parsley for an added touch of flavor.
