Lemon-Infused Greek Chicken Souvlaki Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

Juicy chicken pieces marinated in bright lemon juice, garlic, and oregano, grilled on skewers for a flavorful, traditional Greek dish. This Greek recipe (mediterranean), ready in about 27 minutes, pairs chicken breast, lemon juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs, cut into 1.5-inch cubes chicken breast
• 1/3 cup, freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 8, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to make the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs chicken breast cut into 1.5-inch cubes to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto the 8 soaked wooden skewers, dividing evenly.
4. Step 4: Grill the skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until chicken is cooked through and has charred grill marks.
5. Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with warm pita, tzatziki, or a fresh salad.