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Chicken souvlaki skewers with fixings.

Chicken Souvlaki

Julia
Enjoy crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Chicken Souvlaki with this easy recipe! Made with tender chicken, oregano, garlic, paprika, and a hint of lemon, this dish is perfect for a quick meal. I also provide stovetop and oven methods, so you can make it your way!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 5 skewers
Calories 163 kcal

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INGREDIENTS
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 2 tablespoon oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder, about 1-2 cloves of garlic
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon paprika, regular or smoked
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • fresh parsley for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS
 

  • Prepare the souvlaki marinade: In a bowl, mix salt, spices, herbs, oil, and lemon juice. Set it aside.
    1 teaspoon oregano, 2 tablespoon oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon paprika, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Prepare the chicken: Wash and pat dry the chicken thighs with a paper towel. Cut them into 1 ½-inch bite-sized pieces. Toss the chicken in the marinade until well coated, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to marinate.
    1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • Thread the chicken: Once marinated, thread the chicken pieces onto the skewers until all the meat is on.
  • Air fry: Place the chicken skewers in a parchment-lined air fryer basket (mine holds 5 at a time). Air fry at 400°F for 17 minutes, flipping halfway through. The internal temperature should reach at least 155°F. Let the chicken rest for 2 minutes before cooking the next batch (check the temp again, it should have reached 165°F or more).
  • Serve: Serve with your favorite sides, like this marinated cucumber tomato salad, or its creamy version. Enjoy!
    fresh parsley for garnish

NOTES

  • Souvlaki is best enjoyed fresh, but if you have leftovers, remove the chicken from the skewers and store it in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • Leftovers are great in salads, wraps, or burgers. To reheat, microwave at 30-second intervals, or use the air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes.
Make it in the oven:
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the marinated chicken skewers on a parchment-lined baking sheet, or you can bake them directly on the rack in the sheet.Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through. For an extra crispy finish, use the broil setting for the last minute or two.
Pan-fry on the stovetop:
  • Use a cast iron grill pan to cook the chicken souvlaki. Simply pan-fry until fully cooked through.

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NUTRITION

Calories: 163kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 18gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 86mgSodium: 314mgPotassium: 247mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 128IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 16mgIron: 1mg
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