What Is in a Chicken Souvlaki Skewer? A Closer Look at Little Greek’s Most Popular Dish in Winter Garden

Chicken souvlaki is one of the most ordered dishes at Little Greek Fresh Grill in Winter Garden, and for good reason. It is high in protein, char-grilled rather than fried, and served with a complete side of fresh Greek salad and rice, making it one of the most nutritionally balanced fast casual meals in Winter Garden Village.

This guide covers exactly what goes into a chicken souvlaki skewer, how it is prepared, what it tastes like, how it compares to other menu options, and where to order it in Winter Garden.

Souvlaki (pronounced soov-LAH-kee) is a traditional Greek dish made from small pieces of marinated meat grilled on a skewer over an open flame. The word comes from the Greek word for skewer. While souvlaki can be made with various proteins including steak, salmon, and pork, chicken souvlaki is by far the most popular version in Greek fast casual restaurants across the United States.

Unlike a gyro, which uses rotisserie-cooked sliced meat, souvlaki is char-grilled to order, giving it a distinctive smoky flavor, visible grill marks, and a juicier texture. The marinade typically includes olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs like oregano, which gives the chicken its bright, Mediterranean character.

At Little Greek Fresh Grill inside Winter Garden Village, the Chicken Souvlaki is made with the following components:

• Chicken breast: boneless, skinless chicken breast pieces, marinated and cut into bite-sized chunks before being threaded onto the skewer.
• Marinade: a traditional Greek blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and Mediterranean herbs including oregano. The marinade tenderizes the meat and gives it its characteristic bright, savory flavor.
• Char-grilled preparation: each skewer is cooked over an open flame to order, never pre-cooked or reheated. The direct flame creates the signature grill marks and smoky exterior while keeping the interior juicy.
• Saffron rice: the skewers are served over a bed of saffron-seasoned rice, which adds a warm, aromatic base to the meal.
• Fresh Greek salad: a side of fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, kalamata olives, and feta cheese dressed in olive oil.
• Warm pita bread: served alongside the meal for wrapping or dipping.

The Chicken Souvlaki is available in two formats at Little Greek Fresh Grill Winter Garden:

For complete nutrition data on every menu item, visit the Little Greek Winter Garden nutrition information page.

If you have never tried souvlaki, here is what to expect from the chicken souvlaki at Little Greek Fresh Grill Winter Garden:

• Exterior: slightly charred and smoky from the open flame, with visible grill marks. The high heat creates a light crust on the outside that adds texture and depth of flavor.
• Interior: juicy, tender, and herb-forward. The lemon and oregano marinade penetrates the meat, giving it a bright, Mediterranean flavor that is savory without being heavy.
• With the rice: the saffron rice adds a warm, slightly floral base that complements the smoky chicken and the acidity of the Greek salad.
• With the Greek salad: the freshness of the tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta balances the richness of the grilled meat, creating a complete and nutritionally rounded meal.
• Overall: lighter and cleaner than a gyro, with a more distinct grilled flavor. If you prefer smoky, grilled proteins over rich, savory rotisserie meat, souvlaki is your dish.

How does the Chicken Souvlaki stack up against other popular items on the menu?

For diners focused on high lean protein in a complete meal format, the Chicken Souvlaki Light Meal is the strongest option on the menu. For a lighter or more portable option, the Chicken Pita at $9.99 is the closest alternative.

Yes. Chicken souvlaki is one of the healthiest options at any Greek fast casual restaurant. At Little Greek Fresh Grill Winter Garden, it is grilled rather than fried, made with lean chicken breast, and served with a fresh vegetable salad rather than processed sides. It aligns directly with the Mediterranean diet, ranked the #1 healthiest diet in the world for 8 consecutive years by U.S. News and World Report.

The Chicken Souvlaki Light Meal provides approximately 38g of protein per serving, making it a strong choice for anyone focused on muscle building, weight management, or general health. For exact nutrition data, visit the Little Greek nutrition information page.

Little Greek Fresh Grill is located inside Winter Garden Village, 3131 Daniels Road, Winter Garden, FL 34787. It is the only authentic Greek fast casual restaurant in Winter Garden serving char-grilled chicken souvlaki made to order with fresh Mediterranean ingredients.

Open Monday through Sunday, 10:45am to 9:00pm. Order online for pickup or delivery, or walk in and order at the counter. No reservations required.

The chicken skewer protein itself is marked GF on the official Little Greek Fresh Grill in-store menu when ordered as an extra. However, the full Light Meal and Dinner platters are served with pita bread, which is not gluten-free. To order a GF souvlaki meal, request the skewers over rice with a Greek Salad and ask to omit the pita bread.