Greek Lemon Chicken Skewers

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These Greek Lemon Chicken Skewers are juicy, flavorful, and packed with Mediterranean goodness. Marinated in fresh lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and olive oil, they’re grilled to perfection in just minutes. Serve them with warm pita, tzatziki, or a crisp Greek salad for a light and delicious meal.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 serving

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized cubes
¼ cup olive oil extra virgin
2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3 cloves garlic minced

Equipment

Mixing Bowl For preparing the marinade
Grill or Grill Pan For cooking the skewers
Skewers Wooden or metal, for threading the chicken

Method

In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Add chicken cubes to the marinade and toss to coat. Let sit for at least 30 minutes.
Thread chicken onto skewers, leaving space between pieces.
Grill over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked.
Let rest for a few minutes, then serve with pita, tzatziki, or salad.

Notes

For extra char, cook over an open flame for the last minute.
Marinate overnight for deeper flavor.

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