Description
Delightful Greek Chicken Skewers marinated with olive oil, lemon, and herbs, perfect for grilling or baking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 pounds chicken breast, cut into cubes
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk until blended.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best results.
- Preheat the Grill or Oven: Preheat your grill to medium or set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Skewers: Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers.
- Cook the Chicken Skewers: Grill for 10-15 minutes or roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Serve Hot: Remove from heat and serve with pita bread and toppings like tzatziki, cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Consider adding veggies like peppers or onions for additional flavor and color.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Greek chicken skewers, Mediterranean skewers, grilled chicken