GREEK CHICKEN SOUVLAKI | The Best Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Skewers
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- Опубліковано 1 чер 2024
- Chicken souvlaki is one of my favorite Greek street food items! Tender chicken soaks in a bright lemon garlic marinade, then it's threaded on skewers and grilled until perfectly juicy and charred.
Consider this recipe a more simplified version of my Greek chicken kabobs or shish kabobs. Unlike kabobs (which are grilled with vegetables), souvlakis are simply skewers of meat and are meant to be served with fresh-cut veggies or even a Greek salad. But the finishing touch is a mandatory drizzle of tzatziki sauce all over everything.
If you love Mediterranean recipes and easy dinner ideas, this recipe was meant for you!
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► TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:27 Cut the chicken breasts into small cubes.
00:50 Make the Greek chicken marinade and toss with the chicken.
02:00 Make the tzatziki sauce.
03:26 Thread the chicken pieces onto the skewers.
04:12 Grill the chicken souvlaki.
05:27 Serve the chicken souvlaki with a Greek salad and some tzatziki sauce.
06:00 Taste test, storage, and tips.
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Hi friends - this Greek chicken souvlaki is perfect for outdoor grilling! What other grilling recipes do you want to see me make next? xo - Lisa
I'd love more seafood grilling recipes! Your cedar plank salmon is a grilling staple for me, and I can't wait to have it again this summer.
How about a grilled vegetable salad if I don’t ask too much. Maybe with feta cheese on top…(?)I love all the ingredients that you use for flavoring your recipes .🤗❤️
@@_healthycleanrecipes_ I'll definitely keep that in mind for a future grilling recipe!
@@0wlyssa Oh yes, that one is so delicious! I'll be sure to test more grilling recipes soon ;)
Thank you so much.🤗Can’t wait ! Your creativity and dedication in the kitchen amazes me. I love to cook for my family and I started to post some of my recipes then I saw your channel and started to watch video after video. You are fantastic! Keep doing what you do because you are great!❤️🤗👏
Made the souvlaki and tzatziki sauce tonight. Used the grill and decided to add some vegetable skewers on the side. Knocked it out of the park with this one! My Husband couldn’t stop talking about how amazing it was and I wholeheartedly agree. Followed the exact recipes and was not disappointed! Thanks for another top tier meal. Will be on rotation this summer! 👏🏻👩🏻🍳
If there's one thing Greeks know it's how to prepare food. I had two Greek brother-in-laws [one just recently passed away at 91; may God rest his soul]. They both owned restaurants, so I can truthfully say Greeks know food! Souvlaki is an incredible sample of that knowledge. Thank you for sharing your recipe.😮
We do know food indeed. Greetings from Greece. 🇬🇷
Let’s spread Greek recipes around the world. Mediterranean dishes are tasty and healthy 🇬🇷🇬🇷🇬🇷🇬🇷
I made this twice this Memorial Day weekend (along with your tzatziki recipe) and it was a HIT! Love, love, love!
I drink the water from the squeezed out cucumber, just a little taster for myself, so delicious and so refreshing.
Yeah, you could squeeze it into a bottle or glass of water and drink it like a water infusion. ♥️
Unfortunately the 🥒 today have mosaic virus, check it out x
I LOVE Mediterranean food!!...but...being Mexican, I was intimidated to cook it...HOWEVER, you just gave me the encouragement to try this dish!...it looks so good, light, healthy, and EASY...❤🤗👍👍
Yummy!!! It is so good!!! You rock it! Greek girl here, hope you enjoy it! You can use between the meat parts a piece of onion and then pepper. It gives extra taste. Hope you enjoy!!!
Absolutely! Similar to my Greek chicken kabobs: downshiftology.com/recipes/greek-chicken-kabobs/
The salad beside it looks very appetizing. It's hard enough to control the 🐔 breast on the skewer and not burn it. I have had it in the past with pepper 🌶️🫑 and 🧅, usually, they burn it hence carcigenic. Does anyone think or care or refuse the dish, like a burnt pizza, not really. They all eat it and say yummy 😋
I’d recommend adding the zest of the lemon to the marinade as well. Citrus zest is such a flavour boost.
Thanks for the recommendation!
I disagree with the zest as not everyone can buy organic. If you watch 🍋 documentaries you will see of how much fungicide imazilil ect. Personally, I don't fancy the zest as it's super hard to remove it's impurity 😂
You never cease to amaze me. Thank you!
I hope you love this Greek chicken souvlaki!
I love practically everything you make and Mediterranean is my absolute favorite!
I made this chicken yesterday along with your tzatziki and Greek salad recipes and everything was delicious! Thank you, Lisa!
These look so good and I'm crazy about tzatziki sauce all year long, but especially in the Summer! YUM!
I made it in my air fryer. It was delicious and so was the Taziki !
Mouth watering! Perfect for an unusual sunny spring day in England. Ax
This looks so good 😋. I'm adding it to my recipes to try this summer.
Yum! I can’t wait to make this.
The best grilling recipe for summer!
What a perfect recipe!!! Looks amazing and perfect as usual 😋 Everything you make comes out so delicious!! Thanks Lisa!
This looks delicious! Thank you!
Cant wait to make this, it looks delicious!
You're going to love these Greek chicken skewers!
I love it! Thank you 😊
You are so right! I bought your Meal Prep book and use it all the time along with watching your inspiring channel. Love tasty healthy food and variety! Thank you so much, Lisa!
Happy to hear you're loving your new book!
Scrumptious!😋😋
Looks so yummy!! This will definitely be on my menu this weekend.
Delicious and mouthwatering. Instructions so simple. Tfs.
How delicious, I will give it a try ! 😋
My mouth is watering!!
A perfect summer dish. Going to make this one for sure. Thanks for sharing Lisa.
This will definitely be a summertime hit!
This looks absolutely delicious. Thank you😊
Hope you enjoy!
Love this! ❤
I’m definitely making this tonight! Thank you!
So excited for you to try this Greek chicken souvlaki! Enjoy :)
So ready to try this one! Thank you..
Hope you love it!
Looks delicious! I love the presentation!!! Can’t wait to try the recipe! You are amazing like always!!!🤗❤️
Excited for you to try this new Greek chicken grilling recipe! 🤗
I will try this grilled chilcken skewers woth greek salad. You are amazing Lisa. ❤❤❤❤❤
The Greek chicken skewers and Greek salad are the perfect pairing! Enjoy ❤
Now I know what to make with the chicken tenders in my fridge for dinner tomorrow night. Thanks!
Looking forward to making this and I already know it will be delicious!
Hope you love this recipe Kathleen!
Yummy! You are the best!
Hope you enjoy this delicious grilling chicken recipe!
This was delicious! And easy!
Glad you liked it!
I've been looking for a good souvlaki recipe. This looks perfect! I'm going to make it tonight! Thank you!!!
What perfect timing! Hope you enjoy this new chicken souvlaki recipe.
It's amazing! I just made it for dinner tonight!
My kind of recipe! 😋😋😋
That looks so yummy. 😊😊
Lovely
Yum, found my Thursday night meal. Thank you Lisa ❤
Hope you like it!!
Thank you so Mach for shearing ❤♥️♥️
My pleasure! Hope you love this new grilling idea.
I had to make this the minute I saw this video everything about it is delicious the Mediterranean diet is like a cheat code for life delicious simple recipes that are healthy more Mediterranean recipes please also the sauce is phenomenal
You got it! And if you need more inspiration for Mediterranean recipes, I've got a bunch here on my website: downshiftology.com/best-mediterranean-recipes/
I know what I am gonna cook for dinner tonight for my husband)))
Thank you darling))) love all your recipes especially salmon.
Hope you both enjoy this recipe!
You are amazing and outstanding in my opinion. I have watched a lot of professional chefs practicing for years like Jamie Oliver using a lot of condiments, full of not very healthy ingredients. All your ingredients are very natural, and well done you, not promoting rubbish supermarket, sauces and making your recipe, only with natural ingredients. I admire you and will be looking out for more recipes put together by you. Yes definitely thumbs up ❤❤
Timely, outdoor grill is ready to go! Yum, as always.
Summer days are upon us! Hope you enjoy this new grilling recipe.
I just made this for my husband's worklunch this week, and it tastes fantastic ❤
Glad you enjoyed this recipe!
Your channel is very, very good !
Thanks a lot to help us with smart recipes
Thanks so much! Hope you enjoy this new chicken grilling recipe.
You're absolutely tremendous in the kitchen!
I wish I had the heart you have for cuisine.
Great recipe.
Happy Summer 🏝️
Thank you so much!
Love watching you and making your recipes. I have your book 📖 ❣️
Yum! I love putting mint and parsley in my tzatziki and it’s soooo yummy!
The best way to amp up tzatziki!
Yum!!! Can’t wait to light our grill 😊
This grilling recipe is going to be the highlight of summer!
Just wonderful . Will try.
Could you please share a tour of your kitchen and share how your counter tops are so clean😀/ no clutter ever!
Made me hungry
That tsasiki sauce can go with anything and make any dish better! ❤
Couldn't agree more!
Lovely ❤
Enjoy!
This is a go to for me!
This will be the perfect summer grilling recipe!
This looks yum! Great tip on using the nut milk bag for squeezing the zucchini. I have your healthy meal prep book and use it often!
Oh wonderful! I'm glad you're loving your cookbook Cheryl ;)
Okg. Looks so good
Yes!!!❤
lol 😂yes I just went to look for the skewers and came across it turning . But I still want them . Thank you for this 😊
우와~맛있겠다🤤
Thank you.
Hey, you came up at the right Time with this Recipe 🤓 i got chicken and was searching for a nice Recipe 🤪 now i know what to do with my chicken tomorrow 👍 great 😊
What perfect timing! I'm so excited for you to give this chicken recipe a try. Let me know how it turns out!
@@Downshiftology They were delicious, really refreshing, we loved it 🤓
A beautiful classic. Fits into the summer. I also recommend trying the Turkish version of "tzatziki". In addition to dill, dried mint is added. Tastes a little different, but also very tasty. 👍
This looks so yummy! Your kitchen is beautiful. Will you be giving us a full kitchen tour? Thanks!
I will as soon as I have finished furnishing everything and decorating :)
You made my decision. I am in albania right now with my camper van. And I was thinking about going to north macedonia or greece. Now I am going to greece. Mand thanks
Very nice recipe! I do it all the time, especially when you combine it with the original Greek pita. 1 comment on the tzatziki. The original recipe uses vinegar instead of lemon and usually not that much dill, because in Greece dill has a strong flavor. The biggest debate in Greece, is the quantity of garlic. :D :D
Great point there. Dill is strong here. 🇬🇷
Yes! Looks amazing. Going to make this tonight. Had taken some organic chicken breasts out of the freezer this morning. Can't wait to try it. Thank you for sharing! ❤ Quick question, where did you purchase your garlic press? Ooopsies, I just realized you listed all of your utensils, brilliant! Unfortunately, the Oxo garlic press is out of stock 😢
Hope you loved this grilled chicken recipe! And oh, thanks for catching that. I'll look into other garlic press alternatives and update that info in the description.
Sounds good except I don't really like the flavor of dill. Would there be a good substitute for dill to use? Because dill is overpowering of a flavor to me and reminds me too much of pickles. I do love pickles but I don't want that flavor in other things really. I might could take it if I could use less dill along with whatever you suggest. Thank you for this great healthy idea!
Any suggestions for a non-dairy greek yogurt alternative to use in the tzatziki dip that tastes good?
it’s difficult to get the same taste as you need proper Greek yoghurt (10% fat or higher) to make a good tzatziki
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Thanks for this recipe and meal suggestion. how long can the leftover tzatziki be stored in the fridge?
Your kitchen is beautiful! I remember a long time ago you shared your experience with Havenly. Are you using them again? If yes, would you mind sharing the designer that is helping you? I have the same style as you. Thank you so much!
Cant wait to make this soon for me can i use tofu i never had greek chicken souvlaki before perfect for my after office meals
You're going to love this Greek chicken souvlaki!
Hi Lisa! After memorial day weekend I am thinking about doing the last whole 30 you posted. Which led me to the thought.....it might be cool if Lisa did weekly meal prep videos for a month of whole 30....just a thought😊
BTW, your tzatsiki recipe is the best I've ever had!!! My family loves it!
Do you think that marinade would be good for tofu ?
I try to reduce meat as much as I can.
Thanks for the recipe! Is there a max amount of time to marinade?
No longer than 24 hours.
Done!
Now some onions and peppers cut in squares and permeated through the meat, that is great!
Just like my Green chicken kabobs here: downshiftology.com/recipes/greek-chicken-kabobs/
Looks yummy! Is there a way to print the recipe?
NVM, found it haha
You can always find the printable recipe (with all my notes in the post) linked in the video description :)
@Downshiftology I don't have any grilling supplies at the moment but I was just gifted an air fryer with a rotisserie feature that came with skewers. Is this something that could be made in my air fryer?
Hi there! I don't think this would have the same results. But, you can always just use the same marinade and cook the chicken in the air fryer!
Do I have to soak wood skewers if I use them ? 🤔
happy
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I do not love chefs wearing rings while making food - even if you wash your hands ever so often, it will still be a lot of bacteria in the fittings of diamonds/stones. Other than that, I love the recipes! ❤
Home tour, pleeeeease 🥰
Coming soon!
Bagel recipe please❤
Some gluten-free nan would be amazing!
As yummy as it may look the chicken 🐔 looks under cooked when taken off the grill.
Yet, on the final segment it seems well done
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As a professional Chef for more than 30 years, I still rolled my eyes every single time I see a UA-cam Chef cutting raw chicken on a wood cutting board. No matter how much you sealer you put on that wood cutting board , raw chicken juice full of bacteria will get in between the wood. If this was a professional kitchen, the Health Inspector would put a D on the window, and yes I get it, a yellow (for raw poutry) cutting board does not look good on camera, and that's the thing, every UA-cam Chef is using wood cutting boards for everything, raw pork, raw chicken, raw fish, raw beef, vegetable, cooked meats, and fruits.
Excellent and cogent point. My wife is from Uganda, chef trained and we have married 22 years. If she sees myself or our teenage boys cut ANY chicken on wood out it goes into the garbage. Major no no. Healthy cooking to you. Ie. Use plastic cutting boards.😊
Would stone cutting boards be okay?? Sorry I wasn’t sure.
Yeah. No chicken, beef, or fish on wooden cutting boards for me too. I have the plastic ones around for that. There’s no way to safely disinfect wood
@@Ivan1993NI think some stone is porous but granite would be fine. Issue is some materials are harsher on knife blades than others is my understanding. Can dull or ruin knives on some materials
There's an Asian fellow that does this, but he sprays it with bleach... I don't get it. If everyone had a bit more sensitive of a stomach like me, having gastritis (it's food poisoning that lasts longer than two days) for a week like I did last November, they'd realize pretty quick!!! 😅
That would be so much nicer with some Mediterranean vegies in between the chicken
Looks so yummy, but please remove your rings when mixing.
Hy
I have 2 nut milk bags so
This is in no way a criticism, im just a germaphobe 😂 but is it ok to use the tongs to turn the chicken pieces while one half isnt cooked, and then use them to plate them once cooked?
no, it is not ok, you should def. wash them before touching the cooked chicken to prevent transfering any bacteria and please always use a separate cutting board for raw chicken as well!
I have to say, your kitchen background is VERY white! Even out the window all was white. I did like the dark wood cabinets in your apartment much better. Still love your recipes and your cookbook!
I know! 🤣 This is how the home came unfortunately. But I hope to do a ton of remodeling in the future and add warmth and contrast to all parts of my home. Stay tuned!
@@Downshiftology can't wait! I love a good redecorate video!
Less is more when it comes to adding lemon to your chicken. All that lemon juice she added and I've really destroyed the flavor of my chicken as it comes out way too lemony sour and that's all you can taste.