No Lackie Souvlaki
Experience the vibrant flavors of Greece with "No Lackie Souvlaki," a quick and delicious recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or backyard barbecues. Tender chicken breast is marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and Mediterranean-inspired spices like oregano, cumin, and smoked paprika, then grilled to perfection alongside colorful vegetables. Served with warm pita bread, creamy tzatziki sauce, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, these flavor-packed skewers are as visually stunning as they are satisfying. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a total cooking time of 15 minutes, this recipe is your go-to for an easy yet authentic Greek-style feast. Whether you're entertaining guests or treating your family, this healthy, protein-packed dish won't disappoint!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g chicken breast
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 units garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 unit red onion
- 1 unit bell pepper
- 8 units wooden skewers
- 4 units pita bread
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 200 g cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
Instructions
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized cubes and place them in a bowl.
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to form the marinade.
Pour the marinade over the chicken cubes, mix well to coat evenly, cover, and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably 2–3 hours.
While the chicken marinates, cut the red onion and bell pepper into large chunks suitable for skewering.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or heat a stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated chicken cubes, red onion, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes onto the skewers, alternating the ingredients for a colorful presentation.
Place the skewers on the hot grill and cook for about 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and has char marks, and the vegetables are slightly tender.
Warm the pita bread on the grill for about 1 minute per side or until lightly toasted.
Serve the souvlaki skewers hot with warm pita bread, a generous scoop of tzatziki sauce, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2082 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.8 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 447 mg | 149% | |
| Sodium | 5731 mg | 249% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.6 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.2 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.6 g | ||
| Protein | 181.6 g | 363% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 416 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 3294 mg | 70% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
