Greek Chicken Souvlaki Grazing Board with Feta Dip
A Mediterranean feast featuring grilled chicken skewers, creamy feta dip, and fresh vegetables for a fun, shareable meal.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes Can substitute with boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
- 3 tbsp olive oil Extra virgin recommended.
- 2 tbsp lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp paprika Smoked paprika optional.
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes Or use metal skewers.
For the Feta Dip
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt Low-fat or whole-milk yogurt is acceptable.
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 small clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill Can substitute with parsley or mint.
To Serve
- Warm pita bread, cut into triangles
- Cherry tomatoes
- Sliced cucumbers
- Kalamata olives
- Roasted red peppers
- Fresh herbs (parsley, mint, or dill) for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, and salt and black pepper in a bowl. Add chicken cubes and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
- Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto soaked wooden skewers, leaving space between pieces.
Cooking
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and lightly charred.
- In a blender, combine feta cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, and chopped dill. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning; transfer dip to a serving bowl.
Assembly
- Arrange grilled chicken skewers on a large board. Add bowls of feta dip, piles of warm pita triangles, cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, Kalamata olives, and roasted red peppers. Garnish with fresh herbs.
Serving
- Serve the board warm and allow guests to build their own bites.
Notes
Marinate chicken for enhanced flavor; avoid over-marinating. Adjust dip seasoning based on feta saltiness. Use fresh herbs for garnish.