Page 23 - RECIPES BOOK

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Prepare the marinade. In the bowl of a small food
processor, add garlic, oregano, rosemary,
paprika, salt, pepper, olive oil, white wine, and
lemon juice (do NOT add the dried bay leaves
yet). Pulse until well combined.

2. Place chicken in a large bowl and add bay
leaves. Top with marinade. Toss to combine,
making sure chicken is well-coated with
marinade. cover tightly and refrigerate for 2
hours or overnight .

3. Soak 10 to 12 wooden skewers in water for 30 to
45 minutes or so. Prepare Tzatziki sauce and
other fixings, and if you’re adding Greek salad or
other sides, prepare those as well. (some sides
like roasted garlic hummus may take longer, you
can prepare those in advance).

4. When ready, thread marinated chicken pieces
through the prepared skewers.

5. Prepare outdoor grill (or griddle). Brush grates
with a little oil and heat over medium-high heat. t.
Place chicken skewers on grill (or cook in
batches on griddle) until well browned and
internal temperature registers 155° on instant
read thermometer. Be sure to turn skewers
evenly to cook on all sides, about 5 minutes total.
(Adjust temperature of grill if necessary). While
grilling, brush lightly with the marinade (then
discard any left marinade).

6. Transfer chicken to serving platter and let rest
for 3 minutes. Meanwhile, briefly grill pitas and
keep warm.

7. Assemble grilled chicken souvlaki pitas. First,
spread Tzatziki sauce on pita, add chicken
pieces (take them off skewers first, of course)
then add veggies and olives.

8. Optional: if you want more items to add to your
buffet, consider Greek salad, watermelon salad,
roasted garlic hummus, or a big Mezze platter.