Lemon-Oregano Grilled Chicken Souvlaki

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-12 · Updated 2026-05-12

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Juicy chicken pieces marinated in lemon juice, olive oil, and oregano, then grilled to smoky perfection, served on skewers. This Greek-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs chicken breast, olive oil, lemon juice 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Greek cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

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

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp dried oregano, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well combined.
Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs of cubed chicken breast to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 3 hours, to let the flavors infuse.
Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
Step 4: Grill the skewers for 10-12 minutes total, turning every 3 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.