Greek Chicken Skewers (a.k.a.
served with warm flatbread and tangy yogurt sauce.
A simple and healthy weeknight meal.
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Cook on a grill or indoors on the stovetop.
Enjoy a virtual visit to the Mediterranean with these Greek-inspired open faced sandwiches with grilled chicken.
They’re perfect for a summer supper!
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What Is Souvlaki?
This is fast food at its finest: simple, delicious and healthy!
Eat them by folding the flatbread in half around the chicken and chowing down.
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Ive added Maras, or Marash, pepper to the chicken marinade to introduce you to a new flavor.
This is a deep red pepper from Turkey with a medium, balanced heat that lingers.
It’s a favorite of mine.
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you might also sometimes find it at specialty markets or atonline sellers.
If you happen to come across Maras pepper, give it a try!
Ive given instructions for both inside cooking and outdoor grilling.
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Turn the heat up high and you’ll still get great grill marks!
This is going to be on the menu all summer long.
Gradually whisk in the olive oil.
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Scoop out and set aside 1/4 cup of the marinade to use when serving.
Add the chicken pieces to the bowl with the remaining marinade.
Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes, or for up to 2 hours.
(Longer is better if you have time!)
In a small bowl, whisk the tahini and yogurt together until smooth.
Stir in 3 teaspoons of lemon juice, salt and pepper.
Taste and add more lemon juice, salt, or pepper as needed.
To cook the chicken on a grill:Light a charcoal grill or turn a gas grill to medium-high.
Oil the grates before grilling.
Thread the chicken pieces on metal or soaked bamboo skewers while the grill is heating.
Transfer the cooked chicken to a platter and set aside.
A flick of water should sizzle instantly on contact.
Turn on a vent fan or open a window; the chicken will be smoky.
Add a teaspoon of oil to the grill pan and swirl to coat.
Transfer the cooked chicken to a platter and set aside.
Spread each pita with 2 tablespoons or more of the yogurt sauce, to taste.
Drizzle with a few spoonfuls the reserved marinade and serve.
