Halal Chicken Souvlaki

Halal Chicken Souvlaki is a delicious, marinated chicken skewer dish that brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to your dinner table. Perfectly grilled and served with a refreshing tzatziki sauce, it’s a satisfying meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 400 grams, cubed
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Pita bread - 2 pieces
• Cucumber - 1/2, diced
• Greek yogurt - 1 cup
• Fresh dill - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste for tzatziki

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
2. Add the cubed chicken breast to the marinade, ensuring the pieces are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
3. While the chicken is marinating, prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, diced cucumber, fresh dill, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
4. Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
5. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers.
6. Grill the chicken skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
7. While the chicken is grilling, warm the pita bread on the grill for 1-2 minutes on each side.
8. Serve the chicken souvlaki with warm pita bread and a side of tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 750 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, promoting heart health.

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