Simple Greek Lemon and Herb Chicken Souvlaki

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-24 · Updated 2026-05-24

Juicy chicken pieces marinated in lemon juice, garlic, and oregano, then grilled on skewers for a flavorful and tender meal. This Greek-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 85 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, fresh lemon juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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-inch pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 6, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1.5 lbs chicken thigh pieces and toss to coat.
2. Step 2: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably up to 4 hours.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken pieces evenly onto 6 soaked wooden skewers.
4. Step 4: Grill the chicken skewers for 12-15 minutes, turning every 3 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with tzatziki or your favorite Greek sides.