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Greek Chicken Souvlaki

Greek Chicken Souvlaki is a flavorful dish featuring marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection. Served with a refreshing tzatziki sauce and warm pita bread, it’s perfect for a satisfying meal or a casual gathering.

Ingredients:

  • Chicken breasts or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • Olive oil
  • Lemon juice
  • Garlic cloves (minced)
  • Dried oregano
  • Paprika
  • Ground cumin
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Wooden skewers (soaked in water)

For Tzatziki Sauce:

  • Greek yogurt
  • Cucumber (grated and drained)
  • Garlic cloves (minced)
  • Lemon juice
  • Fresh dill (chopped)
  • Salt
  • Black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped dill, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.
  3. Grill Chicken: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread marinated chicken pieces onto soaked wooden skewers. Grill for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and has grill marks.
  4. Serve: Serve the grilled chicken souvlaki with warm pita bread, tzatziki sauce, and optional garnishes like sliced tomatoes, onions, and fresh lettuce.
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