10.25.2011

Chicken Souvlaki

This is one of our favorite meals. But a MUST is the tzatziki sauce to accompany it


  • Souvlaki Marinade:
  • 3/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
    • 4 large pita bread rounds
    • 1 heart of romaine lettuce, cut into 1/4 inch slices
    • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
    • 1 tomato, halved and sliced
    • 1/2 cup pepperoncini (I use sometimes)
    • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (let's face it, rarely have, but still yummy!)

    Directions

    1. In a small bowl, mix the balsamic vinaigrette, juice from 1/2 lemon, oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Place chicken in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour marinade over the chicken, seal, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
    2. Remove chicken from marinade and place on prepared grill. Discard remaining marinade. Cook chicken until juices run clear, about 8 minutes on each side. Remove chicken from heat, and allow to sit about 10 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
    3. Place pita rounds on the grill, and cook for about 2 minutes, until warm, turning frequently to avoid burning. Arrange warmed pita, sliced chicken, lettuce, onion, tomato, and pepperoncini on a serving platter. Serve tzatziki sauce and feta cheese in separate bowls on the side. Stuff pita pockets with chicken and toppings to serve.

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