Chicken Souvlaki Recipe
Marinated chicken with tomato, onion, and lettuce, served with tzatziki on pita bread.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Souvlaki Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and add them to the marinade. Mix well to coat the chicken and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for better flavor.
- 2
Prepare the Grill
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- 3
Skewer the Chicken
Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers. Make sure to leave a little space between pieces for even cooking.
- 4
- 5
Prepare the Pita
Warm the pita bread on the grill for about 1 minute on each side until they are soft and slightly toasted.
- 6
Assemble the Souvlaki
Remove the chicken from the skewers and place it inside the warmed pita bread. Top with diced tomatoes, sliced red onions, shredded lettuce, and a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.
- 7
Serve
Serve the chicken souvlaki warm, and enjoy your delicious Greek meal!