Description
A simple and flavorful dish of grilled chicken marinated with lemon, garlic, and oregano, served with warm pita and tzatziki.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, and salt and black pepper.
- Add the chicken cubes to the bowl and toss until every piece is coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
- Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through.
- Remove the skewers and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve hot with warm pita bread and tzatziki sauce, squeezing extra lemon over the top if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken for up to 2 hours. Wooden skewers should be soaked in water for 30 minutes before grilling.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: chicken souvlaki, Greek chicken, grilled chicken recipe, easy dinner, healthy recipe