ReceptnaptárChicken souvlaki in pitta
Souvlaki is a classic of Greek street food: chicken marinated in lemon and oregano, grilled on a skewer, and served in a warm pita with tzatziki and fresh vegetables. It's simple, but when cooked right it's juicy and fragrant. It works wonderfully at home in a grill pan too.
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Ingredients
Method
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- Mix the chicken cubes with the oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Cover with cling film and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, ideally 2-4 hours.
- Soak the skewers in water for 30 minutes so they don't burn.
- Thread the meat onto the skewers, leaving a little space between the pieces.
- Heat a grill pan or grill until very hot (or set the oven to the 250°C grill setting) and cook the skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and no longer pink inside.
- Warm the pitas for 1 minute so they're soft.
- Slide the meat off the skewers, lay it on the pitas with tzatziki, tomato and onion, and roll up tightly.
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Tips
- Don't let the lemon marinate the meat for too long: no more than 4 hours, or the chicken turns stringy and dry-soft.
- You need high heat: the meat should colour quickly but stay juicy inside.
- Chicken thigh fillet is juicier than breast and less likely to dry out.
Frequently asked questions
Can I make it with pork?
Yes, traditional souvlaki is made with pork (loin or neck); marinate it the same way, but it needs a little longer on the heat.
Do I need a grill?
No: a very hot grill pan or a 250°C oven (grill function) works too.
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