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Greek Chicken Souvlaki

Greek Chicken Souvlaki

Marinated chicken skewers with Mediterranean spices

💪 High Protein
🥗 Low Carb
❤️ Low Sat. Fat
✓ Diabetes Friendly

35m

Total

260

Calories

38g

Protein

4

Servings

Nutrition Information

5g

Carbs

1g

Fiber

4g

Net Carbs

10g

Fat

0

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs Chicken breast (cut into 1-inch cubes)
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain, non-fat)
  • 3 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 2 tsp Dried oregano
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper

  2. 2

    Add chicken cubes to the marinade and toss to coat completely

  3. 3

    Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor

  4. 4

    If using wooden skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes

  5. 5

    Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F)

  6. 6

    Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving small spaces between pieces

  7. 7

    Lightly oil grill grates

  8. 8

    Place skewers on grill and cook for 5-7 minutes

  9. 9

    Flip skewers and cook for another 5-7 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature

  10. 10

    Remove from grill and let rest for 3 minutes

  11. 11

    Serve with tzatziki sauce, cucumber salad, or over mixed greens

💡 Tips

  • •Cut chicken pieces uniform size for even cooking
  • •Don't skip marinating - it tenderizes and flavors the chicken
  • •Can also cook under broiler or in grill pan
  • •Make tzatziki with Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and dill