LEMON CHICKEN SOUVLAKI

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I had this in Greece and begged for the recipe to no avail. This is my version. I tend to allow the chicken to marinade overnight so that it is more tender and full of flavour. I serve them with green salad, tzatziki and bread. Great for a BBQ.

Provided by samcp4

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h

Yield 6 Skewers, 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 lemon, juice and zest of
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Mix together the chicken, lemon rind, lemon juice, olive oil and oregano.
  • Marinate in the fridge for at least 1/2 an hour.
  • Skewer the chicken onto 6 metal or wooden skewers.
  • Grill for about 20 minutes turning frequently, adding the remaining marinade each time you turn them.
  • Sprinkle with the paprika and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.9, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 100.7, Sodium 183.3, Carbohydrate 1.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.5, Protein 33.6

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