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    Home » Recipes » Main Course Recipes

    Chicken Souvlaki Pitas

    May 5, 2020 | by Jennifer | Last Updated: Mar 6, 2022

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    Easy and delicious chicken souvlaki pitas, with lettuce and tomatoes and drizzled with tzatziki. A great grilled meal or you can make in the oven, too!

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    About this chicken souvlaki pita

    Last week I shared my recipe for Homemade Pita Bread, so this week, I'm sharing something to stuff them with!

    With BBQ season underway, a classic chicken souvlaki pita is always a good idea! Simply set them to marinate as much ahead as you can, then grill and enjoy.

    No grill? No problem. You can easily cook the chicken in the oven. Likewise, if you have no pitas, that is no problem. Skip the pita and make a simple chicken souvlaki platter with an easy tomato salad and tzatziki.

    Key Ingredients

    Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    Lemon juice - fresh lemon juice is always best, for the freshest flavour. You need about 1 large lemon. Bottled lemon juice will also work here.

    Pitas with pockets - be sure to make or buy pitas with pockets!

    Tzatziki Sauce - store-bought or I've included an easy tzatziki recipe in the recipe card notes

    Tips for Making Souvlaki Pitas

    • When it comes to the marinade, the key herb for souvlaki is oregano. It's what gives souvlaki its distinctive flavour. The additional herbs are there to add a more complex flavour. Add as many of them as you have on hand, but don't stress it if you are missing one or two. The paprika is to simply add a little colour to the souvlaki really, so can be omitted as well, if you don't have on hand.
    • Soak your wooden skewers for at least 30 minutes before grilling, so they don't burn. If you forget (I forget a lot :), simply wrap the exposed ends in a bit of aluminum foil.
    • No grill? Cook these on a baking sheet in a 400F oven until cooked through, about 15 minutes (depending on size). Pop under the broiler at the end to add a little colour.
    • Don't over-fill your skewers. Leave a tiny bit of space between the chicken pieces, so they will cook through quickly and evenly.
    • I like a lemon-y souvlaki marinade. If you find it a bit too much lemon for your taste, just scale it back a 1/2 Tbsp or so.
    • Sliced or diced red onion makes a nice addition to these souvlaki pitas.

    Top Tip

    Be sure to cut your chicken pieces small! Small chicken pieces will marinate better, infusing flavour right through the chicken. The small pieces will also ensure that they cook through quickly and thoroughly. And finally, small chunks of chicken will make the chicken pita much easier to eat. Larger pieces of chicken will just make filling and holding the pita unwieldy.

    chicken souvlaki in pita on platter

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    chicken souvlaki in pita on platter

    Chicken Souvlaki Pitas

    Easy and delicious chicken souvlaki, served in a pita with lettuce, tomatoes and tzatzkik.
    Author: Jennifer
    5 stars from 4 ratings
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Marinating Time: 1 hr
    Total Time 1 hr 30 mins
    Course Main Course
    Servings 4 pitas

    Ingredients
     

    • 2 large chicken breasts, boneless, skinless

    Marinade:

    • 1/4 cup lemon juice, from about 1 large lemon
    • 2 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
    • 1/2 teaspoon marjoram, or more oregano
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
    • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • Freshly ground pepper

    For Pitas:

    • 2 pitas, with pockets, cut in half
    • Lettuce, sliced or torn
    • Tzatziki Sauce, store-bought or homemade *see Note 1
    • Marinated cherry tomatoes, *see Note 2
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    Instructions
     

    • Cut your chicken into small-ish, bite-sized pieces. Place into a medium bowl. In a small bowl, stir together all the marinade ingredients. Pour over chicken and stir well to combine and coat the chicken. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours.
    • If using wooden skewers, soak in cold water for 30 minutes before using. Prepare the marinated cherry tomatoes and/or homemade tzatziki, if using (see Notes below), prepare them about 30 minutes ahead or more and refrigerate.
    • When ready to cook, heat your grill to medium high (or alternately, heat your oven to 400F). Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, being sure not to fill the skewers too tightly (leave a tiny bit of space between pieces). Cook on the grill for 8-10 minutes, turning regularly, until cooked through. If using the oven, your chicken may take a bit longer. You can also place them under the broiler for a minute or two to add some colour.
    • Prepare the pitas by adding some lettuce to the pocket. Spoon in some marinated cherry tomatoes, if using, Remove chicken from skewers and add to pita. Top with a drizzle of tzatziki.

    Notes

    1. Make your own tzatziki by stirring together 1/2 cup grated English cucumber grated (squeezed to remove moisture), 1/2 cup plain Greek-style yogurt, 2 tsp lemon juice, 1 clove garlic minced and 1/4 tsp salt. Let stand 15-20 minutes or refrigerate to allow flavours to develop.
    2. Make a quick marinated cherry tomato salad, by combining halved cherry tomatoes, with a drizzle of olive oil, a pinch of oregano, thyme and basil and some salt and pepper. Let stand 15-20 minutes to marinate. If you like, add some small cubes or crumbles of feta cheese to the mix.
    Nutritional information does not include lettuce, tomatoes or tzatziki.
    Be sure to read the Tips above the recipe card for more helpful information and options for making this recipe.

    Nutrition

    Sodium: 428mg | Calcium: 43mg | Vitamin C: 8mg | Vitamin A: 176IU | Sugar: 1g | Fiber: 1g | Potassium: 467mg | Cholesterol: 72mg | Calories: 276kcal | Saturated Fat: 2g | Fat: 10g | Protein: 27g | Carbohydrates: 18g | Iron: 1mg

    Nutritional information provided for general guidance only and should not be relied upon to make personal health decisions.

    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Greek
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    1. [email protected] says

      May 07, 2020 at 11:08 am

      5 stars
      Saw this on Insta yesterday and haven't been able to stop thinking about it! Loving all the flavors, here!

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      • Jennifer says

        May 07, 2020 at 11:19 am

        Thanks Annie :) It's one of my BBQ season "go-to" recipes, for a quick, easy and delicious meal!

        Reply
    2. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

      May 06, 2020 at 10:28 am

      5 stars
      What a delicious way to use those pitas, Jennifer! How good with this be for lunch today??

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      • Jennifer says

        May 06, 2020 at 10:46 am

        Thanks Dawn and yes, perfect for lunch!

        Reply
    3. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      May 05, 2020 at 7:31 pm

      5 stars
      I love souvlaki Jennifer. These pitas look fabulous. I would really enjoy the lemony marinade. Pinned!

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      • Jennifer says

        May 05, 2020 at 8:00 pm

        Thanks Mary Ann :)

        Reply
    4. Tricia B says

      May 05, 2020 at 6:30 pm

      5 stars
      We love souvlaki! This looks wonderful, especially in your homemade pitas :) I love the flavors of this dish and could eat it once a week. Pinning!

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      • Jennifer says

        May 05, 2020 at 6:58 pm

        Thanks Tricia :)

        Reply
    5. Milena says

      May 05, 2020 at 4:07 pm

      So tasty looking! I love the souvlaki flavors applied to chicken and your homemade pitas just complete the experience.

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        May 05, 2020 at 6:59 pm

        Thanks Milena!

        Reply

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