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Jamie Oliver Chicken Souvlaki Recipe

Jamie Oliver Chicken Souvlaki Recipe

Looking for an easy dinner idea? Jamie Oliver Chicken Souvlaki Recipe is perfect. This Greek-inspired dish is full of flavor. Juicy chicken meets fresh herbs and lemon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Wooden or metal skewers
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Grill or grill pan
  • Measuring Spoon
  • Aluminum foil 

Ingredients
  

  • 600 g chicken breast cut into cubes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 lemons juiced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 pita breads
  • 1 cucumber sliced
  • 2 tomatoes chopped
  • 1 red onion thinly sliced
  • 200 g Greek yogurt
  • Fresh parsley chopped

Instructions
 

  • Mix olive oil in your bowl.
  • Add lemon juice and minced garlic.
  • Sprinkle in oregano and paprika.
  • Add salt and pepper.
  • Whisk everything together until well combined.
  • Add chicken cubes to the marinade.
  • Toss them until fully coated.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap.
  • Let it sit for 30 minutes minimum.
  • You can refrigerate it for better flavor.
  • Thread chicken pieces onto your skewers.
  • Leave small spaces between each piece.
  • This helps them cook evenly.
  • Make sure they're secure but not too tight.
  • Heat your grill to medium-high temperature.
  • Place skewers on the hot grill.
  • Cook for 10-12 minutes total.
  • Turn them every 3 minutes for even cooking.
  • The chicken should be golden and cooked through.
  • Remove skewers from the grill carefully.
  • Let them rest for 5 minutes.
  • Warm your pita breads on the grill.
  • Serve chicken with fresh vegetables and yogurt.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Marinate chicken for at least 2 hours overnight.
  • This makes it extra tender and flavorful.
  • Don't skip the lemon juice in marinade.
  • It tenderizes the meat beautifully.
  • Cut chicken pieces the same size always.
  • This ensures even cooking throughout.
  • Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes.
  • This prevents them from burning on the grill.
  • Don't overcrowd the skewers with chicken pieces.
  • Leave space for heat circulation.
  • Let meat rest after grilling for juiciness.
  • Use fresh herbs instead of dried when possible.
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