Oven-Roasted Lemon Oregano Chicken Souvlaki

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Juicy chicken pieces marinated with lemon, oregano, and garlic, then roasted to tender perfection for a classic Greek flavor. This Greek-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs fresh lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano 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: 20 min Serves 4 Greek cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp dried oregano, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs of 1-inch chicken thigh pieces to the marinade and toss until all pieces are coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 3 hours.
  3. Step 3: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with foil.
  4. Step 4: Thread the marinated chicken pieces evenly onto the 8 soaked wooden skewers.
  5. Step 5: Arrange the skewers on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 18-20 minutes, turning halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly golden at the edges.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with tzatziki or pita bread.

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