Description
A flavorful chicken marinade infused with lemon and garlic, perfect for grilling and outdoor feasts.
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 until well blended.
- Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring they’re fully coated in the zesty mixture.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 60 minutes or up to 480 minutes to let those flavors permeate.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Skewer the marinated chicken, leaving space between each piece for even cooking.
- Grill the chicken for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until it’s golden and fully cooked through.
- Serve your delightful grilled chicken souvlaki with warm pita bread and a generous side of tzatziki sauce for dipping.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Customize with vegetables or try different dips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg