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Kodosouvli- Long juicy chicken Skewer with peppers!

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Yannis Kalafatis
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Kodosouvli

Cultural Context

Kodosouvli, a traditional Greek dish, originates from the island of Crete and is often enjoyed during festive gatherings and family celebrations. This dish showcases the Mediterranean love for grilling and fresh ingredients, with marinated chicken skewers served alongside warm pita and tzatziki. Today, Kodosouvli has gained popularity beyond Greece, often featured in Greek restaurants worldwide as a symbol of communal dining and celebration.

GreekGRmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 cloves garlic
boneless chicken thighs
olive oil
salt
black pepper
paprika
oregano
curry powder
red wine
mustard
bell peppers

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

tzatziki sauce

🥗Healthier: yogurt with cucumber

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Yogurt with cucumber maintains freshness while sour cream is budget-friendly.

1

Peel and slice 3 cloves of garlic.

2

Add boneless chicken thighs to a tray.

3

Mix chicken with sliced garlic, onion, and spices: salt, black pepper, paprika, oregano, curry powder.

4

Add red wine and olive oil to the mixture, along with mustard.

5

Massage the mixture into the chicken and marinate for 6 to 8 hours or overnight.

6

Cut bell peppers in half, removing the tops and seeds.

7

Prepare metal skewers and skewer the marinated chicken and bell peppers in a zigzag pattern.

8

Spread some marinade on top of the skewers.

9

Place skewers in the oven at 200°C for 15 minutes on one side, then rotate and cook for another 15 minutes.

10

Cover with tin foil and cook for an additional 10 minutes.

11

Reduce heat to 175°C and cook until done, ensuring the chicken is juicy.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingroasting

Equipment Needed

ovenmetal skewerstray

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

KotosouvliKoto Souvli

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