Greek Chicken Souvlaki (Skewers) | Greek Recipe | Mediterranean Flavors | Su's Food Corner English

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola is more budget-friendly.

red onion

🥗Healthier: shallots

💰Cheaper: yellow onion

Shallots offer a milder flavor, while yellow onions are more commonly available.

bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: carrots

Zucchini can add moisture and flavor, while carrots are often less expensive.

Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and dry with a kitchen towel.

Add around 1 teaspoon salt to the chicken.

Squeeze juice of half a lemon over the chicken.

Grate 3 garlic cloves and add to the chicken.

Add around 1 teaspoon black pepper or white pepper.

Add 1 tablespoon dried oregano and 1 tablespoon olive oil to the chicken.

Mix all ingredients well and let it rest for around 2 hours.

Soak wooden skewers in water for around 1 hour.

Thread 4 to 5 pieces of chicken onto each skewer.

Heat a cast iron pan over medium flame and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Add chicken skewers to the pan and roast, flipping occasionally, for around 8 to 10 minutes.

Remove skewers from the pan and let them rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.

Serve with lemon wedges and feta sauce.

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