Grilled Lemon-Oregano Chicken Souvlaki Skewers

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Tender chicken pieces marinated in fragrant lemon juice, oregano, and garlic, then grilled to smoky perfection on skewers. This Greek recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, fresh lemon juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs cubed boneless skinless chicken thighs to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated chicken cubes onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, distributing evenly.
  4. Step 4: Grill the skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks with an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. Step 5: Remove from grill and rest for 5 minutes before serving with lemon wedges and tzatziki sauce if desired.

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