Best 5 Garlicky Chicken Or Pork Souvlaki Recipes

Indulge in a culinary journey to the heart of the Mediterranean with our delightful Garlicky Chicken or Pork Souvlaki recipes. These succulent skewers, bursting with vibrant flavors, are a testament to the rich culinary heritage of Greece. Embark on a sensory adventure as you explore two enticing variations of this beloved dish.

In our first recipe, tender chicken thighs are marinated in a tantalizing blend of aromatic herbs, tangy lemon juice, and the unmistakable zing of garlic. The chicken skewers are then grilled to perfection, achieving a beautiful char while maintaining their juicy, succulent texture.

For those who prefer the savory richness of pork, our second recipe offers an equally captivating experience. Succulent pork tenderloin is lovingly massaged with a flavorful combination of garlic, oregano, and zesty lemon. Skewered and grilled, the pork souvlaki emerges as a masterpiece of smoky, succulent goodness.

Both recipes are accompanied by a vibrant medley of accompaniments that elevate the souvlaki experience. Prepare to be delighted by our refreshing tzatziki sauce, a symphony of cool yogurt, crisp cucumber, tangy garlic, and the subtle hint of fresh dill. Dive into the vibrant Greek salad, a colorful tapestry of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, sweet bell peppers, and briny olives, all harmoniously united by a zesty dressing.

These Garlicky Chicken or Pork Souvlaki recipes are more than just culinary creations; they are an invitation to savor the essence of Greek cuisine. Ignite your taste buds and transport yourself to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean with every bite.

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GARLICKY CHICKEN OR PORK SOUVLAKI

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A very garlicky chicken souvlaki, the recipe comes from an old friend's greek mother (he had to translate it for me.) It disappears very fast - and no vampires allowed!

Provided by Katzen

Categories Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 lbs chicken breasts or 2 lbs pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
10 garlic cloves, crushed
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed is best
2 tablespoons oregano
salt & fresh ground pepper, to taste (optional I don't usually add it)

Steps:

Combine everything but chicken or pork, and whisk well. Place chicken in a seal able container, and marinate overnight to 24 hours.
Soak skewers 30 minutes in water (so they won't burn.).
Skewer meat.
BBQ or bake in oven until done (oven is 375 for 30-40 minutes.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.7, Fat 23.1, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 96.8, Sodium 96.7, Carbohydrate 3.3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.6, Protein 32

PORK SOUVLAKI WITH RADISH TZATZIKI

Pork Souvlaki with Radish Tzatziki image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, trimmed, 3/4-inch diced
1 red onion, cut in 1/2-inch wedges through the root end
1 large Holland yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut in 1/2-inch strips
Grated zest of 1 lemon
1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons), plus extra
Good olive oil
3 garlic cloves, grated on a Microplane zester
2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh oregano leaves
2 teaspoons roughly chopped fresh rosemary leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 warmed pita breads, for serving
Radish Tzatziki, for serving (recipe follows)
Julienned fresh mint leaves, for serving
6 medium radishes, scrubbed and trimmed
2 garlic cloves, grated on a Microplane zester
1 1/4 cups plain whole milk Greek yogurt (10 ounces)
1 tablespoon good olive oil
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 cup minced scallions, white and green parts (2 scallions)
2 1/2 tablespoons julienned fresh mint leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Combine the pork, red onion, bell pepper, lemon zest, lemon juice, 1/3 cup olive oil, garlic, oregano, rosemary, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper in a large (1-gallon) plastic storage bag. Press out the air, seal, and set aside at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate for up to 12 hours.
Preheat one very large (14-inch) or two medium (10-inch) dry cast-iron skillets over high heat for 3 minutes. Add the pork and vegetables, including the marinade, spread out, and cook without stirring for 3 minutes. Continue to cook over high heat for 7 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pork is cooked through but still slightly pink in the middle. Don't overcook the pork or it will be dry!
Place 1 warmed pita on each plate. Spoon the pork and vegetables on one half of the pita and place 2 rounded tablespoons of Radish Tzatziki on the other half. Sprinkle with mint, lemon juice, and salt and serve hot.
Grate the radishes on a box grater. Place the radishes in a paper towel and squeeze out the liquid. In a medium bowl, combine the radishes, garlic, yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, scallions, mint, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 3/4 teaspoon pepper. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or for up to 12 hours.

CHICKEN SOUVLAKI WITH TZATZIKI SAUCE

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Greek kabobs. Fantastic flavor for chicken. Marinade can also be used for pork.

Provided by Tanya Petkos Schroeder

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek

Time 2h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into bite-sized pieces
1 (6 ounce) container plain Greek-style yogurt
½ cucumber - peeled, seeded, and grated
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons white vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pinch salt
6 wooden skewers, or as needed

Steps:

Combine 1/4 cup olive oil, lemon juice, 2 cloves minced garlic, oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large resealable bag. Add chicken, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
Mix yogurt, cucumber, 1 tablespoon olive oil, vinegar, 1 clove minced garlic, and 1 pinch salt together in a bowl. Refrigerate tzatziki sauce for flavors to blend, 1 to 2 hours.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Soak wooden skewers in a bowl of water for about 15 minutes.
Remove chicken from marinade and thread onto the soaked skewers. Discard unused marinade.
Cook the skewers on the preheated grill, turning frequently until nicely browned on all sides and chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 8 minutes per side. Serve with tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.5 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Cholesterol 70.9 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 295 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

CHICKEN AND PORK SOUVLAKI

Chicken and Pork Souvlaki image

Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 cup olive oil
1/2 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon Aleppo pepper
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, finely grated
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 red onions, each sliced into 3 thick slices
2 lemons, sliced in half
Olive oil, for drizzling
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Chopped romaine lettuce, pita and tzatziki, for serving

Steps:

For the chicken and pork: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, oregano, salt, Aleppo pepper, black pepper and garlic.
Place the chicken and pork into 2 separate mixing bowls. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken and the other half over the pork. Marinate, refrigerated, at least 1 hour and up to overnight.
Set up your grill for indirect heat. If using a charcoal grill, build the coals on one side only. If using a gas grill, heat one side only.
Remove the chicken and pork from the marinade, allowing excess to drain off. Keeping the chicken and pork on separate skewers, thread 4 pieces of meat onto each skewer towards the top and covering the tip of the skewer.
Place the skewers on the direct-heat side of the grill to char on all sides, about 2 minutes per side. Then move to the indirect-heat side of the grill, cover with the lid and cook until the chicken and pork are cooked through, about 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 160 degrees F and the pork reaches 145 degrees F. Stack the skewers on a platter.
For the onions and lemons: Drizzle the onions and lemons with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place on the direct-heat side of the grill. Cook the lemons until charred, about 3 minutes. Cook the onions until tender, about 3 minutes per side.
Add the onions and lemons to the platter with the souvlaki. Serve with romaine, pita and tzatziki.

PORK SOUVLAKI

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Seasoned bits of pork or lamb are allowed to season in a Mediterranean marinade for as long as you can stand it! Wonderful with rice and a cucumber and tomato salad. Serve with lemon slices and chopped parsley.

Provided by alsoanurse

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek

Time P1DT25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
½ cup olive oil
½ cup dry white wine
1 lemon, juiced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons dried oregano
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 bay leaves, broken into pieces, or more to taste

Steps:

Place pork tenderloin cubes into a gallon-sized resealable bag.
Stir olive oil, dry white wine, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Pour over pork in the bag and mix well.
Let pork marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 day, up to 5 days.
Remove pork cubes from marinade and thread onto metal skewers. Place bay leaf pieces between meat cubes.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
Arrange skewers on the preheated grill. Turn the kabobs and baste with marinade frequently for the first 10 minutes of cooking, then discard marinade. Cook about 5 minutes longer, until pork is cooked through and juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2.4 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 59.3 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

Tips:

Marinate the meat for at least 30 minutes. This will help to tenderize the meat and infuse it with flavor.
Use a sharp knife to cut the meat into cubes. This will help to ensure that the meat cooks evenly.
Skewer the meat tightly onto the skewers. This will help to prevent the meat from falling off the skewers while cooking.
Grill the meat over medium heat. This will help to prevent the meat from burning.
Turn the meat frequently while cooking. This will help to ensure that the meat cooks evenly.
Serve the meat with your favorite dipping sauce. Tzatziki sauce is a classic Greek dipping sauce that pairs perfectly with souvlaki.

Conclusion:

Souvlaki is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great option for a summer cookout or a weeknight meal. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make souvlaki at home. So next time you are looking for a tasty and easy-to-make meal, give souvlaki a try!

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