Chicken Soulvaki with Pita, Tzatziki, and Greek Salad
Chicken souvlaki is one of the highest rated and most iconic Mediterranean recipes. It’s flavorful, healthy, and balanced — juicy grilled chicken skewers, soft pita bread, cooling tzatziki, and a refreshing Greek salad. People love it because it feels like eating at a Greek taverna, but it’s easy to make at home.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Souvlaki
600g boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into cubes
3 tbsp olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper
For the Tzatziki
1 cup Greek yogurt
½ cucumber, grated & squeezed dry
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh dill or mint, chopped
Salt & pepper
For the Greek Salad
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 cucumber, chopped
½ red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup Kalamata olives
½ cup feta cheese, cubed or crumbled
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp oregano
Salt & pepper
For Serving
4 pita breads, warmed
Extra lemon wedges
Instructions
1. Marinate Chicken
In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Add chicken cubes, coat well, and marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours).
2. Prepare Tzatziki
Mix yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, dill/mint, salt, and pepper.
Chill until ready to serve.
3. Make Greek Salad
Toss tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, and feta with olive oil, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
4. Cook Chicken
Thread chicken cubes onto skewers.
Grill on medium-high heat (or pan-fry) for 8–10 minutes, turning, until golden and cooked through.
5. Assemble & Sear
Serve chicken skewers with warm pita, a dollop of tzatziki, and Greek salad on the side.
Squeeze fresh lemon over for brightness.
Nutrition information
Calories: ~510
Protein: 38g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 4g
Fat: 22g
Sodium: ~680mg