Chicken Souvlaki Recipe
Served with tomatoes, onions, sauce, pita bread, and a choice of rice or fries.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Souvlaki
Method
Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat well. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2 hours.
- 2
Prepare the Grill
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- 3
Skewer the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade and cut into 1-inch cubes. Thread the chicken onto skewers, alternating with cherry tomatoes and red onion slices.
- 4
- 5
Serve
Remove the souvlaki from the grill. Serve with warm pita bread, tzatziki sauce, and a side of rice or fries.