Zesty Lemon Chicken Souvlaki
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this zesty Lemon Chicken Souvlaki. Succulent cubes of boneless, skinless chicken breasts are marinated in a blend of fresh lemon juice, fragrant lemon zest, premium olive oil, and aromatic oregano. Skewered and grilled to perfection, this dish is then finished with a sprinkle of paprika for an extra burst of flavor.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Souvlaki | |
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| 4 | boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes |
| 1 | lemon, juice and zest of |
| 1 | teaspoon olive oil |
| 2 | teaspoons oregano |
| 1 | teaspoon paprika |
Instructions
For Marination and Grilling | |
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| 1. | Combine the boneless, skinless chicken breast cubes with lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, and oregano in a mixing bowl. |
| 2. | Allow the marinated chicken to rest in the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes. |
| 3. | Thread the marinated chicken onto 6 metal or wooden skewers. |
| 4. | Grill the chicken skewers for approximately 20 minutes, ensuring to turn them frequently. Baste with the remaining marinade during each turn. |
| 5. | Finish by sprinkling the grilled skewers with paprika before serving. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 198.9 kcal |
| Protein | 33.6 g |
| Fat | 5.7 g |
| Carbohydrates | 1.7 g |
| Fiber | 0.4 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 g |
Published on Aug 02, 2024 by Luminița