Chicken Souvlaki Skewers
Greek-style skewers of chicken marinated with lemon, olive oil, garlic, and oregano, then grilled until juicy and lightly charred.
Instructions
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Step 1
Mince the garlic. Whisk it in the mixing bowl with the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
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Step 2
Cut the chicken into 3 cm pieces, add it to the marinade, and toss until evenly coated.
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Step 3
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chicken for 30 minutes.
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Step 4
Preheat the grill over medium heat for 10 minutes.
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Step 5
Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers.
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Step 6
Grill the skewers for 10 minutes, turning every 2 to 3 minutes, until browned and the thickest chicken pieces reach 74°C.
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Step 7
Transfer the skewers to a clean serving plate and rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: medium
Keep the chicken refrigerated during marination, prevent cross-contamination, use clean serving equipment, and verify doneness with an instant-read thermometer.
Risk factors
- Raw poultry can spread harmful bacteria through hands, utensils, and surfaces.
- Unevenly sized or tightly packed chicken pieces may cook inconsistently.
- Cooked chicken must reach an internal temperature of 74°C.