🇬🇷 Authentic Greek Chicken Souvlaki

 

📋 Recipe Overview

 Prep time: 15 mins (plus 1–4 hours marinating)

 Cook time: 10 mins

 Servings: 4 people

🛒 Ingredients

The Protein

 2 lbs Chicken breast or thighs (cut into 1-inch chunks) 🍗

The Marinade

 1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil 🫒

 3 tbsp Fresh lemon juice 🍋

 1 tbsp Red wine vinegar 🍷

 3 cloves Garlic (minced) 🧄

 2 tsp Dried Greek oregano 🌿

 1 tsp Smoked paprika 🌶️

 1 tsp Salt & 1/2 tsp Black pepper 🧂

For Serving

 Wooden or metal skewers 🍢

 Warm pita bread 🫓

 Tzatziki sauce 🥣

 Sliced red onions & cherry tomatoes 🥗

👨‍🍳 Instructions

 1. Marinate: In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken chunks and toss until well-coated. 🥣

 2. Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least **1 hour** (4 hours is ideal for maximum tenderness). If using wooden skewers, soak them in water now to prevent burning. 🧊

 3. Thread: Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers. Don't crowd them too tightly; you want the heat to reach all sides. 🍢

 4. Grill: Preheat your grill or griddle pan to medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden-brown, charred in spots, and cooked through. 🔥

 5. Rest: Remove from heat and let the meat rest for 2 minutes. Give it a final squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a pinch of extra oregano. 🍋✨

💡 Pro-Tips

 The Sizzle: Ensure your grill is screaming hot before the meat hits the grate to get those beautiful char marks without overcooking the inside.

 The Wrap: For a true "street food" experience, slide the chicken off the skewer directly into a pita, add a dollop of tzatziki, a few fries (yes, fries!), and some sliced tomatoes. 🌯