Description
Sheet-Pan Chicken Souvlaki is a vibrant Greek-inspired dinner featuring juicy marinated chicken thighs roasted with spiced chickpeas, topped with a fresh tomato, onion, and olive salad, and finished with creamy feta and parsley. Served with warm pitas and lemon wedges, this easy one-pan recipe delivers all the flavors of classic souvlaki with minimal cleanup, perfect for weeknights or casual entertaining.
Ingredients
4 garlic cloves, finely grated
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon sugar
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided, plus more for drizzling
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt (Diamond Crystal) or 1 teaspoon Morton kosher salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 (15.5-oz) can chickpeas, rinsed
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus more for drizzling
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 pound mixed tomatoes, cut into bite-size pieces
1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives
6 ounces feta cheese, thinly sliced
Parsley leaves with tender stems, for garnish
Pitas and lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix garlic, oregano, sugar, 1/3 cup olive oil, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Season with black pepper. Add chicken and toss to coat. Marinate for 15 minutes.
- Spread chickpeas on a rimmed baking sheet. Toss with cumin, smoked paprika, a drizzle of olive oil, and a pinch of salt.
- Add lemon juice to marinated chicken and toss. Thread onto skewers (if using) and place over chickpeas on the baking sheet. Roast at 425°F for 6–8 minutes until mostly cooked. Broil for 5 minutes until browned in spots. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- In a large bowl, combine red onion, tomatoes, and olives. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, season with salt, and toss.
- Scatter salad over chicken and chickpeas. Top with sliced feta and parsley. Serve with warm pitas and lemon wedges.
Notes
- Chicken can be marinated overnight for deeper flavor.
- Skewers are optional—chicken pieces can be roasted directly on the pan.
- Swap chicken thighs with chicken breast or lamb for variations.
- Make vegetarian by doubling the chickpeas and skipping chicken.
- Add cucumbers, bell peppers, or a drizzle of tzatziki for extra freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking & Broiling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg