Enhanced Recipesculinary collection
Home
CoursesView CuisinesWhat Can I Make?My Kitchen

Top 10 Foods to Try in Greece | Greek Dishes You MUST Try

Login to Save
Helinika Podcast
Helinika Podcast
1 recipes on Enhanced Recipes
Follow Helinika Podcast to prioritize their recipes in your meal plans, pantry matches, and suggestions

Recipe Information

Recipe Available
Video-Specific Recipe

Greek Souvlaki Chicken Skewers

Cultural Context

Souvlaki is a traditional Greek dish that dates back to ancient times, often enjoyed by locals as a quick meal or street food. It embodies the Mediterranean diet's emphasis on fresh ingredients and grilling techniques. Today, souvlaki has gained popularity worldwide, often found in Greek restaurants and food trucks, celebrated for its flavorful marinated meat and versatility in serving styles.

GreekGRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken breast
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cloves garlic
2 teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 medium red onion
1 medium bell pepper
10 skewers

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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.

1

Cut chicken into cubes.

2

Mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.

3

Add chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated.

4

Cover and refrigerate for marination.

5

Soak skewers in water to prevent burning.

6

Preheat the grill.

7

Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, alternating with pieces of red onion and bell pepper.

8

Grill the skewers until chicken is cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlskewersknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

none

Also Known As

SouvlakiChicken Souvlaki

Other Takes on Chicken

(24 videos)

Similar Greek Videos

(24 videos)

Similar Dishes From Other Cuisines

(19 videos)