🇬🇷 Greek Chicken Souvlaki Grazing Board with Feta Dip

⭐ Serves: 4–6

⭐ Style: Fresh, vibrant, shareable Greek mezze

⭐ Total Time: ~45 minutes (plus marinating)

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INGREDIENTS

1. Chicken Souvlaki

• 2 lbs (900g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes

• Marinade:

  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • 3 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar

  • 1 tsp dried oregano (Greek oregano preferred)

  • 1 tsp dried thyme

  • ½ tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp sea salt

  • ¼ tsp black pepper

2. Whipped Feta Dip

• 8 oz (225g) feta cheese (preferably Greek, sheep’s milk)

• ½ cup Greek yogurt

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 small garlic clove, minced

• 1–2 tbsp honey (optional but gives a beautiful Mediterranean balance)

• Pinch of black pepper

• Optional: 1–2 tbsp roasted red peppers for color or heat

3. Grazing Board Additions (Pick & Choose)

Vegetables

• Cherry tomatoes

• Sliced cucumbers

• Mini bell peppers or roasted red peppers

• Red onion slices

• Kalamata olives

• Pepperoncini (optional)

Carbs

• Warm pita or pita chips

• Grilled flatbread

• Lemon-herb rice (optional)

Extras (Classic Greek Mezze)

• Tzatziki

• Hummus

• Dolmades (stuffed grape leaves)

• Fresh herbs: parsley, dill, mint

• Lemon wedges

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INSTRUCTIONS

1. Marinate the Chicken

1. Add olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, vinegar, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper to a bowl.

2. Add chicken pieces and toss well.

3. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes, ideally 2–4 hours.

4. Thread onto skewers before cooking.

Tip: For a classic Greek flavor, use plenty of lemon, oregano, and olive oil.

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2. Cook the Souvlaki

Grill Method (Best Flavor):

• Preheat grill to medium-high.

• Grill skewers 10–12 minutes, rotating until golden and cooked through.

Stovetop Method:

• Heat a grill pan or skillet with a little olive oil.

• Cook skewers 10–12 minutes, turning regularly.

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3. Make the Whipped Feta Dip

1. Add feta, yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, honey, and pepper to a food processor.

2. Blend until smooth and creamy.

3. Adjust: more yogurt for creaminess, more lemon for tang.

Optional: Add roasted red pepper for a smoky version.

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4. Prepare the Grazing Board Components

• Warm pita or flatbread

• Slice the fresh veggies

• Set out olives, peppers, tzatziki, and hummus

• Add lemon wedges and herbs for freshness

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5. Assemble the Grazing Board

1. Place the Whipped Feta Dip in a bowl in the center.

2. Add a bowl of tzatziki if using.

3. Arrange the chicken souvlaki skewers on one side.

4. Fill the board with:

   • Tomatoes

   • Cucumbers

   • Peppers

   • Red onions

   • Olives

   • Pita or flatbread slices

5. Garnish with herbs and lemon for a vibrant, Mediterranean look.

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SERVING IDEAS

• Squeeze fresh lemon over the hot souvlaki before serving

• Sprinkle the grazing board with fresh dill and parsley

• Serve with a light Greek salad on the side

• Offer a drizzle of olive oil over the feta dip and vegetables

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Optional Mediterranean Variations

• Make it spicy: Add Aleppo pepper or chili flakes to the marinade.

• Upgrade the dip: Add sun-dried tomatoes or basil to the whipped feta.

• Add seafood: Shrimp souvlaki skewers for a mixed mezze board.

• Make it gluten-free: Serve with GF pita or grain-free veggie sticks.