Chicken Souvlaki

Name: Chicken Souvlaki
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes; 1/4 cup olive oil; 3 tbsp lemon juice; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; wooden or metal skewers; pita bread and tzatziki, for serving

4 servings20 min prep15 min cookEasy

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Chicken Souvlaki

Story updated September 18, 2026

Souvlaki has ancient roots in Greece, with skewered, grilled meat documented as far back as the Bronze Age in Greek archaeological sites. The dish remained a staple street food through antiquity and into modern Greece, with chicken as one of several traditional protein options alongside pork and lamb.

Ingredients

Scale:· 4 servings

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tbsp lemon juice
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
wooden or metal skewers
pita bread and tzatziki, for serving

Instructions

1If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes.
2Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
3Toss the chicken cubes in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
4Thread the chicken onto the skewers.
5Grill or broil for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is lightly charred and reaches 165°F internally.
6Serve with warm pita bread and tzatziki sauce.

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