Jamie Oliver Chicken Souvlaki
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Greece with this delicious chicken souvlaki, perfect for grilling and serving with fresh toppings.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 piece lemon, juice and zest
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Toppings
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Pita bread or flatbread
- Tzatziki sauce
- Sliced tomatoes
- Cucumber slices
- Red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh lettuce
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Skewer the marinated chicken pieces, leaving space between each piece.
- Grill the chicken skewers for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
- Prepare toppings: slice tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion; set out pita and tzatziki.
- Serve chicken skewers with pita, veggies, and tzatziki; garnish with parsley.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken longer if time allows.