Sautéed Lemon-Oregano Chicken Souvlaki Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-09 · Updated 2026-06-09

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Tender chicken marinated with fresh lemon juice and oregano, grilled to juicy perfection and served on skewers for a classic Greek taste. This Greek-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 82 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, fresh lemon juice, 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: 70 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Greek cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tsp dried oregano
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves minced garlic
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
4 wooden skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tsp dried oregano, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper to create the marinade.
Step 2: Cut 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs into 1.5-inch cubes and toss them into the marinade, coating evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to absorb flavors.
Step 3: Soak 4 wooden skewers in water for 20 minutes to prevent burning. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers evenly.
Step 4: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat until hot. Add the chicken skewers and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the edges are slightly charred.
Step 5: Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.