Chicken Souvlaki
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Greek

Chicken Souvlaki

Juicy Greek-style chicken threaded onto skewers, infused with lemon, garlic, oregano, and olive oil, then grilled until lightly charred. Serve with warm pita, cool tzatziki, and a crisp tomato salad for a bright, satisfying meal.

37 min 4 servings Medium
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How to prepare

1
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes. Pat the chicken dry and cut it into even 3 cm pieces so it cooks at the same rate.
2
In a large bowl, whisk the yogurt, 20 ml of the olive oil, lemon juice, grated garlic, oregano, paprika, 3/4 teaspoon of the salt, and the pepper until smooth.
3
Add the chicken and turn until every piece is coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours for deeper flavor.
4
Thread the chicken onto the drained skewers, leaving a small gap between pieces. Brush with the remaining 10 ml olive oil and season with the remaining salt.
5
Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high, about 220°C. Grill the skewers for 10 to 12 minutes, turning every 2 to 3 minutes, until browned and lightly charred on all sides and the thickest piece reaches 74°C.
Chicken souvlaki skewers with golden char marks on the grill AI-generated image
6
Transfer the skewers to a plate and rest for 5 minutes so the juices settle. Warm the pita on the grill for about 30 seconds per side, just until pliable and lightly marked.
7
Serve the chicken hot with warm pita, lemon wedges, chopped parsley, and tzatziki or a crisp tomato salad.
Finished chicken souvlaki served with pita, lemon, parsley, and tzatziki AI-generated image

Why this recipe works

Yogurt tenderizes the chicken while lemon, garlic, and oregano create the recognizable bright, savory profile of Greek souvlaki. High grill heat adds smoky char without drying the marinated meat.

Storage and reheating

How to store it

Refrigerate cooked chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Store pita and fresh garnishes separately.

How to reheat it

Reheat the chicken gently in a covered skillet over medium-low heat with a splash of water until steaming hot throughout, or warm it briefly in a 180°C oven.

Nutrition / serving

622kcal
58.36 gprotein
38.31 gcarbs
25.58 gfat
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Published 20 Aug 2026 · updated 21 Aug 2026