Souvlaki with Pita

Souvlaki with Pita is a delicious Greek BBQ dish featuring tender marinated meat skewers served with soft, warm pita bread. This Paleo-friendly recipe offers a flavorful and satisfying meal that's perfect for a healthy lifestyle.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, cubed
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Pita bread - 2 pieces (Paleo-friendly if available)
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Cucumber - 1 small, diced

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
2. Add the cubed chicken breast to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving some space between each piece.
5. Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
6. While the chicken is cooking, warm the pita bread on the grill for 1-2 minutes on each side.
7. Once the chicken is done, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
8. Serve the chicken souvlaki in the warm pita, topped with diced tomatoes, cucumbers, and chopped parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 85 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in healthy fats from olive oil, supporting heart health.

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