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Chicken Souvlaki

This chicken souvlaki recipe brings the joy of grilling to your home with its flavorful marinade and easy preparation. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy dinner, it’s bound to be a favorite!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper
  • Skewers

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Grill or Grill Pan
  • Skewers

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. This marinade is where the magic starts!
  2. Step 2: Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for better flavor.
  3. Step 3: Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Step 4: Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers, leaving some space between each piece for even cooking.
  5. Step 5: Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
  6. Step 6: Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Make sure to soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.