Feta-stuffed Chicken Souvlaki
Indulge in the flavors of Greece with this delicious Feta-Stuffed Chicken Souvlaki recipe. Juicy chicken breasts are filled with tangy feta cheese and seasoned with Mediterranean herbs, then grilled to perfection. Serve these flavorful skewers with pita bread, tzatziki sauce, and a crisp Greek salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- In a small bowl, mix the feta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the feta mixture, then secure with a skewer.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and golden brown.
- Remove the skewers from the grill and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 30g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Grill Tongs Bowl Skewers
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Feta-Stuffed Chicken Souvlaki with warm pita bread, a side of tzatziki sauce, and a classic Greek salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs for 30 minutes before stuffing and grilling.
Cost
$15