Bring a taste of Greece into your kitchen with this detailed recipe for homemade chicken souvlaki pita that will delight your senses! 😋🇬🇷
Preparing the brine:
Start by creating the perfect brine to marinate the chicken, ensuring tenderness and rich flavor. Heat 1 liter of water (you can use a kettle to speed things up) and add:
Mix well to dissolve the ingredients and let it cool down to room temperature. Once the brine is ready, immerse the chicken pieces cut into uniform sizes for even cooking. Let them marinate for at least 6 hours for an intense flavor.
Preparing the skewers and cooking:
After marinating, discard the brine and assemble your chicken skewers. Cook them on a preheated Traeger Pro 575 @TraegerGrills barbecue at 130°C until they reach the desired tenderness. During the last moments of cooking, increase the temperature to 200°C to achieve a delicious golden finish. 🍢🔥
Preparing the yogurt sauce:
While the skewers are cooking, prepare an irresistible yogurt sauce by mixing:
Blend everything together to create a creamy and flavorful sauce.
Assembling the pita:
Take your homemade pita bread and place in the center a generous amount of yogurt sauce, a few slices of fresh tomato, crunchy lettuce leaves, and the freshly cooked chicken. Roll the pita and wrap it tightly in aluminum foil to preserve its warmth and structure. 🥙✨
An experience with the taste of Greece!
LINK:
00:00 Greek Chicken Souvlaki Pita Homemade
00:28 brine
02:11 chicken skewers
03:03 bbq
03:31 yogurt sauce
04:13 Assembling the pita
With this recipe, you’ll feel like you’re on a Greek beach, enjoying traditional food that encapsulates Mediterranean history and flavors. Perfect for a special lunch or dinner with friends! 🌞🏖️
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