Description
A delicious marinade for chicken souvlaki that brings the flavors of summer to your table. Perfect for grilling with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into cubes
Instructions
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a bowl until well blended.
- Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring they’re fully coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Skewer the marinated chicken, making sure to leave some space between each piece.
- Grill for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked through.
- Serve with warm pita bread and creamy tzatziki sauce for dipping.
Notes
Make-ahead magic: Marinate the chicken in the morning for a hassle-free dinner option later. Be sure to store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 525mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg