Baked Chicken Souvlaki
Mar 08, 2025 10:51 AM
I’m so excited to share this shortcut chicken souvlaki recipe! You’ll taste all the big, zesty flavors of the classic Greek dish, and the best part is you don’t need to futz around threading skewers or lighting a grill. Start by seasoning boneless chicken with a blend of lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and spices. Bake them in the oven, along with cherry tomatoes about 25 minutes, until deliciously browned.
I can’t think of times when I’m not craving the seriously delicious Mediterranean flavors that go into chicken souvlaki — tender pieces of chicken saturated with a bright blast of lemon, garlic and spices, along with fresh vegetables and a thick tzatziki sauce.
But, it comes down to time. I set out to create a chicken souvlaki recipe that’s easier to cook on a weeknight, or as a low-stress dinner for company. It’s worth minimizing the effort it takes to thread cubes of chicken onto skewers. Instead, I roast the seasoned chicken pieces on a roasting rack at high heat.
Ingredients:
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, about 1½ pounds
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
Souvlaki marinade
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon grated garlic, about 3 cloves
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper, or cayenne pepper
- Kosher salt
For serving
- Cooked rice, optional, or warm pita bread
- ½ cup feta cheese
- ½ cup chopped fresh dill and parsley, (combined)
- Tzatziki sauce, prepared or homemade
- Sliced cucumbers
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
25 minutes
Total Time:
40 minutes
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