Lemon-Oregano Greek Chicken Souvlaki Skewers

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Tender chicken marinated in lemon juice, oregano, and garlic, grilled on skewers for a vibrant and juicy Greek street food classic. This Greek-inspired chicken recipe (mediterranean), ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 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: 12 min Serves 4 Greek cuisine 240 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup lemon juice, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 3 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 lb cubed boneless skinless chicken thighs to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 2 hours.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 425°F). Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto 8 soaked wooden skewers evenly.
  4. Step 4: Grill the skewers for 4-5 minutes per side until the chicken is cooked through and has nice char marks, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 3 minutes before serving with tzatziki or warm pita bread.

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