Chicken tenders are marinated in a tangy mixture of lemon, olive oil and spices in this easy recipe for chicken souvlaki.
![A glass container with cooked chicken tenders sits on a granite countertop. The chicken is browned and covered in herbs.](https://sarahscucinabella.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Chicken-Souvlaki-2.jpg.webp)
Marinated chicken. Something carb based. A salad of some sort. Those are the things I try to make every week for lunches. My weekly lunch meal prep sessions take a few hours of cooking on Sunday but pay off in spades by making quick and easy lunches for work.
Planning ahead has meant that we spend less on food overall, eat better and enjoy what we eat more. It does take a few minutes every morning to pack up food from what I’ve made, but it’s so worth it.
![A lemon is being squeezed in a green citrus juicer over a silver mixing bowl.](https://sarahscucinabella.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/lemon-juice-600x400.jpg.webp)
![Yellow liquid with herbs sits in a silver mixing bowl.](https://sarahscucinabella.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Souvlaki-marinade-2-600x400.jpg.webp)
![Raw chicken is shown in a white bowl with marinade. The marinade is yellow and herby.](https://sarahscucinabella.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Chicken-Souvlaki-1-600x400.jpg.webp)
Chicken is marinated in a mixture of lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt
The directions are for panfrying, which is what I do most often.
![A glass container with cooked chicken souvlaki tenders sits on a granite countertop. The chicken is browned and covered in herbs.](https://sarahscucinabella.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Chicken-Souvlaki-4-600x900.jpg.webp)
However you cook this, the tangy marinade gives the chicken a wonderful flavor that’s delightful served on
This saves well, reheats well and can also be enjoyed cold. Don’t you love a good, flexible dish like that?
How to eat chicken souvlaki:
As a Salad | A bed of lettuce topped with chicken souvlaki, roasted red peppers, kalamata olives, feta cheese |
As a Sandwich | A pita topped (or filled) with cucumbers, roasted red peppers, red onions, feta cheese |
As a Bowl | Rice topped with sauteed red onions and peppers with kalamata olives, feta cheese and chicken souvlaki. |
As a Plate | Chicken souvlaki, hummus, tabbouleh |
![A glass container with cooked chicken tenders sits on a granite countertop. The chicken is browned and covered in herbs.](https://sarahscucinabella.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Chicken-Souvlaki-5-600x400.jpg.webp)
Easy Chicken Souvlaki
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Chicken tenders are marinated in a tangy mixture of lemon, olive oil and spices in this easy recipe for chicken souvlaki.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken tenders
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1½ tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, , minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Place the chicken in a resealable bag. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, kosher salt and black pepper until well combined. Pour over the chicken, seal the bag and marinate for at least 3 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees with a grill pan in the oven. Once hot, add the chicken and cook, turning once, for 20-25 minutes, until cooked through. Remove from the oven carefully.
Sarah
Sunday 21st of August 2022
This has quickly become a family favorite! It goes perfectly with the lemon orzo recipe and a salad, and tastes better the longer it’s marinated! I recommend grilling or pan frying; when baked it’s quite pale, though still delicious.
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Wednesday 10th of April 2019
This dish is versatile, it could go along with rice, breads and a lot more. The chicken tenders looks very delicious and tempting. Definitely will give it a try.
Kate
Sunday 7th of April 2019
This is definitely a favorite for meal prep. So versatile.
Sarah Walker Caron
Monday 8th of April 2019
Yes, yes!