Oven Chicken Souvlaki – Home Cooking Adventure
If you’re craving the bold, sunny flavors of Greek street food but want something simple and oven-friendly, this Oven Chicken Souvlaki is your answer. Tender chunks of chicken are marinated in olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and oregano, classic Mediterranean flavors. Roasting it in the oven means you can skip the grill without losing that beautiful golden char and juicy texture.
I love serving this with warm pita, a big spoonful of homemade tzatziki, and a crisp cucumber-tomato salad. It’s the kind of meal that feels both comforting and fresh, perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends when you want something hearty but not heavy. My kids even enjoy threading the chicken onto skewers themselves (though you can totally skip the skewers if you’re in a rush).
The aroma that fills the kitchen while it bakes is enough to transport you straight to a little taverna by the sea. The best part is that all is done in under 30 minutes once it hits the oven.
How to make oven chicken souvlaki
Begin with combining olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Next, pour over the chicken pieces, mix well to coat, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or preferably overnight for maximum flavor).
When ready to cook, preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) using the grill function.
If using skewers, thread the marinated chicken onto metal or soaked wooden skewers. If not, you can place the chicken directly on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet or use a wire rack over a tray for better air circulation.
Then, arrange the chicken skewers (or pieces) onto the rack over a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Grill for 12–15 minutes, or until the chicken starts to blacken in spots and is fully cooked.
After cooking, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Finally, serve with warm pita bread, tzatziki, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion, or enjoy alongside rice, a simple Greek salad, or roasted potatoes.
So why not give it a try and see for yourself just how tasty and satisfying this dish can be? If you do, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram as I love seeing how it turns out for you.
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Oven Chicken Souvlaki
If you’re craving the bold, sunny flavors of Greek street food but want something simple and oven-friendly, this Chicken Souvlaki is your answer. Tender chunks of chicken are marinated in olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and oregano. Roasting it in the oven means you can skip the grill without losing that beautiful golden char and juicy texture.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pound (700g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts , cut into 1.5-inch (4cm) pieces
- 3 tbsp (42g) olive oil
- juice of 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic , minced
- 1 tbsp (2g) dried oregano
- 1 tsp (5g) salt
- 1/2 tsp (1g) freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp (2g) paprika or chilli flakes
Nutrition
Serving: 1 skewerCalories: 379kcalCarbohydrates: 20.6gProtein: 30.3gFat: 21.78gCholesterol: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 17.3g
