Greek Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce

Make authentic homemade Greek chicken souvlaki served with warm pita bread and creamy tzatziki. A simple recipe full of Mediterranean flavors!

Ingredients :

For the Chicken:

• 2 chicken breasts
• 4 tbsp MYST Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 tbsp MYST Organic Oregano
• 5 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 tsp MYST Fine Salt of Olympus
• ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

• 1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and cut into small cubes
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• A pinch of salt

To Serve:

• 4 pita breads
• 2 small tomatoes, sliced
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. Prepare the marinade by whisking together the lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
2. Cut the chicken breasts into 2 cm cubes, add them to the marinade, and mix well to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for about 2 hours.
3. Meanwhile, prepare the tzatziki. Place the cucumber in a strainer to remove excess moisture. Mix with the garlic, Greek yogurt, dill, and a pinch of salt. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
4. Thread the chicken onto skewers and grill over medium-high heat for about 5 minutesturning frequently until evenly cooked and lightly charred.
5. Remove from the grill and let the skewers rest for 3 minutes.. Warm the pita breads on the grill or in a pan.
6. Spread a generous amount of tzatziki down the center of each pita. Add the grilled chicken, sliced tomatoes, and red onion. Fold the pita and serve immediately.

Enjoy! 🇬🇷

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