About the dish:
Chicken Souvlaki is a popular Greek dish that features marinated and grilled chicken skewers. It's a flavorful and delicious option for a quick and satisfying meal. The marinade infuses the chicken with tangy and herby flavors, while grilling adds a delicious smoky char. The tzatziki sauce complements the chicken perfectly with its cool and refreshing taste. This dish is often served with traditional Greek sides such as pita bread, grilled vegetables, Greek salad, or rice pilaf. It's a fantastic option for a casual gathering, barbecue, or a simple weeknight dinner. Here's a recipe to make Chicken Souvlaki:
Recipe:
- In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 30 minutes to prevent them from burning during grilling.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers.
- Grill the chicken skewers for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and slightly charred on the edges.
- While the chicken is grilling, you can prepare the optional tzatziki sauce. In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped fresh dill (or mint), salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Remove the chicken skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
- Serve the Chicken Souvlaki hot, accompanied by the tzatziki sauce and your choice of pita bread, rice, or Greek salad.
