Greek Souvlaki Skewers
These Souvlaki Skewers are tender and juicy, easy to make and full of flavor. These marinated chicken kabobs are seasoned with Greek Oregano, garlic and lemon juice. So simple, everyone will be asking for more meat skewers! Instructions for charcoal bbq or indoor griddle/gas grill with video tutorial.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs /1 kg chicken breast (boneless and skinless)
- 1/2 cup oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (juice of 2 lemons)
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Greek oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- 1
--- Chicken ---
- 2
Cut the chicken into cubes into 1½ inch cubes.
- 3
--- Souvlaki Marinade ---
- 4
Place the chicken into a Ziploc bag, add the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Greek oregano, salt and pepper and shake until coated. Refrigerate overnight.
- 5
--- Grilling Chicken Souvlaki ---
- 6
If using wooden skewers, submerge them in water and soak overnight. If in a hurry, soak for a minimum of 1 hour.
- 7
Thread the marinated chicken pieces through the skewers.
- 8
Prepare the outdoor charcoal grilll, griddle or bbq on medium high heat. Spray the bbq/griddle with oil. Place skewers on grill, cook and flip until the internal temperature is at 160°F (71°C) (using an instant-read thermometer).
- 9
Remove from grill and serve with Pita bread and Meze appetizer sides.
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