Greek Grilled Chicken Souvlaki Grazing Board with Spicy Feta Dip
Description
This Mediterranean-style grazing board features juicy Greek chicken souvlaki skewers, a creamy spicy feta dip, fresh vegetables, warm pita, and briny olives. It’s perfect for sharing—balanced with protein, healthy fats, and fresh flavors. Ideal for parties, family dinners, or a visually stunning appetizer spread.
Time
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Marination Time: 1–4 hours (recommended)
Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour 45 minutes (including marination)
Ingredients
Chicken Souvlaki
600g boneless chicken (breast or thigh), cubed
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp cumin
Salt & black pepper to taste
Wooden skewers (soaked in water)
Spicy Feta Dip
200g feta cheese
3 tbsp Greek yogurt
1–2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
1 small garlic clove
1 tbsp lemon juice
Board Components
Cherry tomatoes
Cucumber slices
Red onion slices
Kalamata olives
Warm pita bread or flatbread
Hummus (optional)
Fresh parsley or mint
Lemon wedges
Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Add chicken cubes and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to overnight for best flavor).
2. Prepare the Spicy Feta Dip
In a blender or food processor:
Combine feta, yogurt, olive oil, chili flakes, garlic, and lemon juice
Blend until smooth and creamy
Adjust spice and consistency (add a little water or olive oil if needed). Chill until serving.
3. Assemble the Skewers
Thread marinated chicken onto soaked skewers.
4. Grill the Chicken
Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat
Cook skewers for 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and fully cooked
(You can also bake at 200°C for ~20 minutes or air-fry.)
5. Build the Grazing Board
On a large platter or wooden board:
Place grilled chicken skewers in the center
Add a bowl of spicy feta dip
Arrange pita, vegetables, olives, and hummus around
Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon wedges
Serving Tips
Serve warm chicken with slightly toasted pita
Drizzle extra olive oil over the dip
Sprinkle paprika or herbs for presentation
FAQs
1. Can I use chicken breast instead of thigh?
Yes! Breast is leaner, but thigh is juicier and more flavorful.
2. What if I don’t have a grill?
Use a stovetop grill pan, oven, or air fryer.
3. How spicy is the feta dip?
Mild to medium—adjust chili flakes to your preference.
4. Can I make it ahead?
Marinate chicken overnight
Dip can be made 2–3 days in advance
Nutritional Information (Approx. per serving)
Calories: 420–480 kcal
Protein: 35g
Carbs: 25g
Fat: 22g