Greek-Inspired Lemon Herb Chicken Souvlaki

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Yassou, food enthusiasts! Prepare to be transported to the sunny shores of Greece with this Greek-Inspired Lemon Herb Chicken Souvlaki. This fusion dish features tender chicken marinated in a zesty blend of lemon, garlic, and Mediterranean herbs, skewered and grilled to perfection. Served with fluffy pita bread, tangy tzatziki sauce, and crisp Greek salad, each bite is a taste of Greek cuisine at its finest. Let's dive in and elevate your dinner table with this delicious fusion creation!

Ingredients:
For the Chicken Marinade:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano (or 1 teaspoon dried)
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried)
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For Serving:

• Pita bread, warmed
• Tzatziki sauce
• Greek salad (cucumber, tomato, red onion, olives, feta cheese)
• Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped fresh oregano, chopped fresh rosemary, chopped fresh parsley, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
2. Add chicken chunks to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours, to allow the flavors to meld together.
3. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill.
4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
5. Thread marinated chicken chunks onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
6. Place the chicken skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has grill marks.
7. While the chicken is grilling, prepare the Greek salad by combining cucumber, tomato, red onion, olives, and feta cheese in a bowl. Toss with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
8. Warm the pita bread on the grill for a minute or two on each side.
9. Serve the Greek-Inspired Lemon Herb Chicken Souvlaki hot, with warmed pita bread, tzatziki sauce, Greek salad, and lemon wedges on the side.
10. Enjoy your flavorful and aromatic chicken souvlaki, a delicious fusion of Greek flavors that will transport you to the picturesque islands of Greece with every bite!

With its tender chicken, zesty marinade, and crisp accompaniments, this souvlaki is sure to be a hit at your dinner table. Whether you serve it for a summer barbecue or as a casual weeknight meal, this fusion creation is guaranteed to impress your family and friends. Kali orexi! (Bon appétit!)

 

[bhella]

Yassou, food enthusiasts! Prepare to be transported to the sunny shores of Greece with this Greek-Inspired Lemon Herb Chicken Souvlaki. This fusion dish features tender chicken marinated in a zesty blend of lemon, garlic, and Mediterranean herbs, skewered and grilled to perfection. Served with fluffy pita bread, tangy tzatziki sauce, and crisp Greek salad, each bite is a taste of Greek cuisine at its finest. Let's dive in and elevate your dinner table with this delicious fusion creation!
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Ingredients:
For the Chicken Marinade:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano (or 1 teaspoon dried)
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried)
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For Serving:

• Pita bread, warmed
• Tzatziki sauce
• Greek salad (cucumber, tomato, red onion, olives, feta cheese)
• Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped fresh oregano, chopped fresh rosemary, chopped fresh parsley, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
2. Add chicken chunks to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours, to allow the flavors to meld together.
3. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill.
4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
5. Thread marinated chicken chunks onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
6. Place the chicken skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has grill marks.
7. While the chicken is grilling, prepare the Greek salad by combining cucumber, tomato, red onion, olives, and feta cheese in a bowl. Toss with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
8. Warm the pita bread on the grill for a minute or two on each side.
9. Serve the Greek-Inspired Lemon Herb Chicken Souvlaki hot, with warmed pita bread, tzatziki sauce, Greek salad, and lemon wedges on the side.
10. Enjoy your flavorful and aromatic chicken souvlaki, a delicious fusion of Greek flavors that will transport you to the picturesque islands of Greece with every bite!

With its tender chicken, zesty marinade, and crisp accompaniments, this souvlaki is sure to be a hit at your dinner table. Whether you serve it for a summer barbecue or as a casual weeknight meal, this fusion creation is guaranteed to impress your family and friends. Kali orexi! (Bon appétit!)

I find that grilling the chicken gives it that perfect smoky flavor, but it's just as delicious cooked on a stovetop grill pan if you don't have access to a barbecue.

 

[cb100397]

Wow, this Greek-inspired Lemon Herb Chicken Souvlaki recipe looks amazing! I love how the lemon and herbs add such a fresh flavor to the chicken. Plus, grilling it gives it that perfect charred exterior. I bet it's incredibly juicy and flavorful! Definitely adding this to my list of recipes to try this weekend. Thanks for sharing!

 

[xxscj1678]

Greek-Inspired Lemon Herb Chicken Souvlaki? Sign me up for a taste of that Mediterranean goodness! Can't wait to transport my taste buds to Greece with this flavorful dish. Thanks for sharing the recipe!

 

[Stark]

Yassou, food enthusiasts! Prepare to be transported to the sunny shores of Greece with this Greek-Inspired Lemon Herb Chicken Souvlaki. This fusion dish features tender chicken marinated in a zesty blend of lemon, garlic, and Mediterranean herbs, skewered and grilled to perfection. Served with fluffy pita bread, tangy tzatziki sauce, and crisp Greek salad, each bite is a taste of Greek cuisine at its finest. Let's dive in and elevate your dinner table with this delicious fusion creation!
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Ingredients:
For the Chicken Marinade:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano (or 1 teaspoon dried)
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried)
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For Serving:

• Pita bread, warmed
• Tzatziki sauce
• Greek salad (cucumber, tomato, red onion, olives, feta cheese)
• Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped fresh oregano, chopped fresh rosemary, chopped fresh parsley, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
2. Add chicken chunks to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours, to allow the flavors to meld together.
3. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill.
4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
5. Thread marinated chicken chunks onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
6. Place the chicken skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has grill marks.
7. While the chicken is grilling, prepare the Greek salad by combining cucumber, tomato, red onion, olives, and feta cheese in a bowl. Toss with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
8. Warm the pita bread on the grill for a minute or two on each side.
9. Serve the Greek-Inspired Lemon Herb Chicken Souvlaki hot, with warmed pita bread, tzatziki sauce, Greek salad, and lemon wedges on the side.
10. Enjoy your flavorful and aromatic chicken souvlaki, a delicious fusion of Greek flavors that will transport you to the picturesque islands of Greece with every bite!

With its tender chicken, zesty marinade, and crisp accompaniments, this souvlaki is sure to be a hit at your dinner table. Whether you serve it for a summer barbecue or as a casual weeknight meal, this fusion creation is guaranteed to impress your family and friends. Kali orexi! (Bon appétit!)

This Greek-inspired lemon herb chicken souvlaki looks like a flavorful and refreshing dish! Can't wait to try it out at my next barbecue. Thanks for sharing the recipe!