Paleo Chicken Souvlaki
Transport your taste buds to the sun-soaked landscapes of Greece with this Paleo Chicken Souvlaki recipe—a healthy, gluten-free twist on the Mediterranean classic. Tender, marinated chicken breasts are infused with the vibrant flavors of olive oil, zesty lemon, garlic, and dried oregano before being grilled to perfection, achieving a smoky char that's simply irresistible. Served atop a refreshing medley of crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion, this dish is garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of herbal freshness. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, this protein-packed meal is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or backyard gatherings. Paleo, dairy-free, and utterly delicious, this recipe is your go-to for wholesome, grilled goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 60 ml olive oil
- 30 ml lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 pieces wooden skewers
- 1 piece cucumber
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 piece red onion
- 10 grams fresh parsley
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for more flavor.
While the chicken marinates, soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill.
Prepare a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto the soaked skewers, distributing them evenly across the skewers.
Grill the chicken skewers, turning occasionally, until the chicken is nicely charred and cooked through, about 12-15 minutes.
While the chicken is grilling, slice the cucumber into half-moons, halve the cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion.
Arrange the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion on a serving platter.
Place the grilled chicken skewers on top of the vegetables, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1258 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.6 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.5 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 2616 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.5 g | ||
| Protein | 114.5 g | 229% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2208 mg | 47% | |
*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.
