Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch chunks
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tablespoon sea salt
1 tablespoon dried mint
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon red chili flakes
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into 2-inch chunks and place in a large zip-top bag.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, salt, mint, oregano, and chili flakes.
- Pour marinade over chicken, seal bag, and massage to coat. Marinate at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best flavor.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Thread chicken onto skewers if desired.
- Grill chicken about 4 minutes per side, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
- Serve hot with pita, rice, or salad.
Notes
For a traditional presentation, thread chicken onto skewers with vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or zucchini.
Can bake in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
Chicken thighs work well in place of chicken breasts.
Marinate overnight for deeper flavor.
Store leftovers up to 3 days in the fridge or 2 months in the freezer.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes (including marinating)
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg