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Souvlaki

Name: Souvlaki
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 to 6
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or chicken tenderloins; 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 4 large cloves garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon honey; 1½ teaspoons salt; ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon lemon zest, from one large lemon; For the Tzatziki:; 1½ cups plain 2% or whole milk Greek yogurt; 1 medium English or hothouse cucumber, seeded, coarsely grated and squeezed as dry as possible (about 1 cup); 2 small cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; Scant ¾ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill or mint; For Serving:; Lemon wedges; Warm pita bread

Prep 40m

Cook 5m

Total 45m

This flavorful Souvlaki recipe includes marinated chicken with extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, oregano, honey, and lemon zest. Paired with a refreshing Tzatziki sauce made from Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and fresh dill or mint. Serve with warm pita bread and lemon wedges for a delicious and satisfying Greek-inspired meal.