Fast and Easy Chicken Souvlaki with Greek Dressing

Transform your weeknight dinners with this fast and easy chicken souvlaki recipe featuring tender, marinated chicken skewers paired with a refreshing homemade Greek yogurt dressing. Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, the juicy chicken is infused with olive oil, lemon, garlic, oregano, and cumin, then grilled to perfection alongside vibrant bell peppers and red onion. The creamy Greek dressing, made with tangy yogurt, red wine vinegar, dill, and cucumber, adds the perfect zesty finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleaser can be served with warm pita bread and crumbled feta cheese for a complete and satisfying meal. Ideal for busy nights or casual gatherings, this Greek-inspired dish is as easy as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breast
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium red onion
• 1 medium bell pepper
• 6 pieces wooden skewers
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried dill
• 0.5 medium cucumber
• 0.25 cup feta cheese (optional)
• 4 pieces pita bread (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch cubes and transfer the pieces into a medium-sized bowl.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to form the marinade.

Step 3

Pour the marinade over the chicken cubes and toss until evenly coated. Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes (or up to 2 hours, if you have extra time).

Step 4

Meanwhile, soak the wooden skewers in water to prevent them from burning during cooking.

Step 5

Prepare the vegetables by cutting the red onion and bell pepper into 1-inch pieces.

Step 6

Preheat an outdoor grill or stovetop grill pan over medium heat and lightly oil the grates with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 7

Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto the soaked skewers, alternating them with the onion and bell pepper pieces.

Step 8

Grill the skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char on the edges.

Step 9

While the chicken cooks, prepare the Greek dressing by combining Greek yogurt, red wine vinegar, dried dill, and finely grated cucumber in a small bowl. Mix well and season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.

Step 10

Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve the chicken souvlaki on a platter with the Greek dressing on the side, along with optional toppings like crumbled feta cheese and warm pita bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1335.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2063.8

Total Fat 76.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g
Cholesterol 447.5mg	0%
Sodium 5870.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 168.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 19.3g
Protein 170.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 661.7mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 2418.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.8%

Protein: 33.2%

Carbs: 33.0%