Chicken skewers with Greek marinade | Nordmad
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Chicken skewers with Greek marinade | Nordmad

Juicy chicken skewers in a bright Greek marinade of lemon, oregano and garlic. Good on the grill, in a pan or in the oven — with tzatziki and flatbread on the side.

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Rate:
4.8 (145)
35 min total
4 servings
Easy

Ingredients

servings
  • 600 g chicken breast
  • 120 ml olive oil
  • 60 ml lemon juice
  • 2 tsk dried oregano
  • 2 stk garlic
  • 1 tsk salt
  • 0.5 tsk freshly ground pepper
  • 8 stk wooden skewers (soaked in water)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Make the marinade

    1. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, crushed garlic, salt and pepper together in a bowl.
    5 min
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  2. 2

    Marinate the chicken

    1. Cut the chicken into cubes. Toss them in the marinade, cover the bowl and leave for at least 30 minutes — longer in the fridge if you have time.
    10 min
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  3. 3

    Thread the skewers

    1. Lift the chicken from the marinade and thread the pieces onto the soaked wooden skewers. Keep a little marinade for brushing while cooking.
    5 min
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  4. 4

    Grill or fry the skewers

    1. Grill or fry the skewers for 10–12 minutes, turning often. Brush with the remaining marinade until the chicken is cooked through and golden.
    12 min
    Medium heat
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Details

Nutrition

Calories

290kcal

Protein

31g

Fat

18g

Carbs

1g

Serving Size

200g

Serving

Suggestions

  • • Serve with Greek salad and tzatziki.
  • • Add a squeeze of lemon at the table.
  • • Works well on the grill or as a quiet summer dinner.

Drink Pairings

  • • Vin: Dry white wine such as Assyrtiko
  • • Alkoholfri: Ice water with fresh mint

Side Pairings

  • • Tzatziki
  • • Flatbread

Dessert Pairings

  • • Honey yoghurt with nuts

Storage

Fresh

  • • Duration: 2 days
  • • Temperature: 5°C
  • • Method: Store cooked skewers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Frozen

  • • Duration: 2 months
  • • Temperature: -18°C

Tips

Preparation

  • • Let the chicken marinate at least 30 minutes for full flavor.
  • • Use freshly squeezed lemon for the clearest taste.

Cooking

  • • Brush the skewers with marinade while cooking to keep them moist.
  • • Turn often so the chicken browns evenly.

Serving

  • • Serve with tzatziki and a fresh salad.
  • • Finish with fresh parsley and a little oregano.

Variations

Flavor

  • With fresh thyme
  • With honey
  • With chili

Health

  • Without oil
  • Lighter with yoghurt marinade

Method

  • Grilled
  • Pan-fried
  • Baked

Toppings

  • Fresh parsley
  • Lemon wedges
  • Olives

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