Creating Greek Chicken Skewers with Lemon Rice is an enjoyable culinary experience. Follow these simple steps:

Marinate the Chicken

1. Prepare Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
2. Add Chicken: Place the chicken pieces in the marinade and mix well to ensure they are evenly coated.
3. Refrigerate: Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes (longer for deeper flavor).

Cook the Lemon Rice

1. Sauté Rice: In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the rice and sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly toasted.
2. Add Liquid: Pour in the chicken broth (or water), lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir well.
3. Boil and Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and season with salt and pepper.

Prepare the Skewers

1. Assemble Skewers: Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving some space between each piece.
2. Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
3. Grill Chicken: Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is fully cooked and has nice grill marks.

Final Touches

1. Serve: Once chicken is cooked, remove skewers from the grill. Serve the skewers alongside lemon rice, garnished with fresh parsley for an extra touch of flavor.