Jul 14 2026
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Chicken Souvlaki Recipe

Inspired by Meze Estiatorio
Time2h
Serves4

Make Chicken Souvlaki Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Marinade

Method

Marinade Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Marinade Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Chicken Preparation

  1. 2

    Prepare Chicken

    Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large resealable plastic bag.

  2. 3

    Marinate Chicken

    Pour the marinade over the chicken in the bag, seal it tightly, and toss to coat the chicken evenly. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for best flavor.

Skewering and Grilling

  1. 4

    Prepare Skewers

    If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

  2. 5

    Skewer Chicken

    Remove the chicken from the marinade and thread the cubes onto the soaked skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.

  3. 6

    Grill Chicken

    Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.

Serving

  1. 7

    Plate and Garnish

    Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve the chicken souvlaki warm, topped with fresh parsley, diced tomatoes, sliced red onion, and tzatziki sauce.

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