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Rustic wooden platter featuring chicken souvlaki lettuce wraps, creamy tzatziki sauce, Greek salad cups, and fresh lemon slices.

Chicken Souvlaki Lettuce Wraps

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings: 3
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Greek Grilled Chicken:
  • 1 lb 450g boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized cubes2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil2 tbsp fresh lemon juice2 cloves garlic, minced1 tbsp dried oregano½ tsp salt¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
For the Quick Tzatziki Sauce:
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt 2% or full-fat½ cup English cucumber, finely grated and squeezed dry1 tbsp fresh lemon juice1 clove garlic, finely minced1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped1 pinch saltFor the Cucumber,
Tomato & Feta Toppings:
  • 1 cup English cucumber diced1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved ⅓ cup red onion, finely diced ⅓ cup crumbled sheep's milk feta cheese 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 squeeze fresh lemon juice
For Serving:
  • 1 head Butterhead or Romaine lettuce leaves separated, washed, and thoroughly dried 1 fresh lemon, cut into wedges

Method
 

Marinate Chicken:
  1. In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add cubed chicken and toss to coat. Cover and chill for 30 minutes (orup to 4 hours)
Make Tzatziki:
  1. Grate cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture using paper towels. In a small bowl, stir together Greek yogurt, squeezed cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, dill, and a pinch of salt. Set aside in the fridge.
Prep Side Salad:
  1. In a small bowl, combine diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and crumbled feta cheese. Cook Chicken:
  2. Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken bites in a single layer. Cook for 5–6 minutes per side until charred on the outside and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Assemble Platter:
  1. Arrange washed, dried lettuce leaves on a large wooden platter. Fill lettuce cups with warm chicken bites and fresh salad. Serve with tzatziki sauce, extra Greek salad in small bowls, and fresh lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Prevent Watery Sauce: Always squeeze as much liquid out of your grated cucumber as possible before adding it to Greek yogurt.
  • Grill Pan Advice: Do not overcrowd your pan while searing chicken. Cook in two small batches if necessary to achieve deep golden-brown char marks.