Chicken Souvlaki with Homemade Flatbread
A rustic ode to meat and grain—succulent grilled chicken souvlaki, wrapped gently in warm homemade flatbread, carrying the smoky whispers of ember and olive oil in every tender fold.
Flatbread Dough
Ingredients
- 500 g all-purpose flour
- 1/2 packet of yeast
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp vinegar
- Lukewarm water
- A few drops of olive oil for cooking each flatbread
Preparation
- Sift the flour into a bowl, make a well in the center, and add the yeast, salt, vinegar, and sugar.
- Gradually add the water, kneading until a soft dough forms that doesn’t stick to your hands.
- Cover the dough with a towel and let it rise for 1 hour.
- Divide the dough into 4 or 5 pieces, depending on the size of flatbreads you prefer.
- Roll out the dough pieces with your hands or a rolling pin, adding a few drops of olive oil.
- Cook the flatbreads in a non-stick pan for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Keep them warm to maintain their flexibility until ready to use.
Ingredients
For the Souvlaki
- 1 chicken breast fillet per souvlaki or any preferred chicken cut
- 1 potato per souvlaki
- 4 slices of tomato per souvlaki
- 2-3 slices of onion per souvlaki
- 3-4 rings of red pepper per souvlaki
- 2 small lettuce leaves per souvlaki
- 1 tbsp yogurt or tzatziki per souvlaki
- Salt
- Sweet paprika
- Olive oil for frying
Preparation
For the Potatoes
- Peel and wash the potatoes thoroughly.
- Cut them into rectangular pieces suitable for frying.
- Heat olive oil in a pan until hot.
- Fry the potatoes until golden brown, then set them aside.
For the Chicken
- Heat a grill pan until very hot.
- Add the chicken fillet and grill for 5-6 minutes on each side.
- If the chicken needs more cooking, continue until fully cooked through.
Assembling the Souvlaki
- Lay all the flatbreads out on your kitchen counter.
- On each flatbread, layer the fried potatoes, grilled chicken, tomato slices, onion, red pepper, lettuce, and a dollop of yogurt or tzatziki.
- Sprinkle with paprika and a pinch of salt.
- Fold the flatbread by bringing the edges together on one side, wrapping it into a neat souvlaki shape.
Enjoy the Classic Taste of Souvlaki!
This Chicken Souvlaki with its tender grilled chicken, crispy fries, and fresh vegetables wrapped in warm flatbread is a comforting and delicious meal. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any time you crave a taste of the Mediterranean. Enjoy every bite!
Why It’s Irresistible
Each tender bite blends charred juiciness with soft, comforting flatbread—a dance of texture and aroma that evokes both simplicity and artisanal care.
Serving Suggestions
Serve it warm, drizzled with olive oil and accompanied by cooling yogurt sauce or fresh herbs for a lively freshness. Ideal for shared meals, it brings convivial elegance to any table.
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