Description
Delicious Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers featuring tender chunks of chicken marinated in a flavorful blend of ranch dressing, parmesan cheese, garlic, and herbs, grilled to perfection for a juicy and savory meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Marinade
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley or fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
For the Skewers
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
- Wooden or metal skewers (if using wooden, soaked in water for 15 minutes)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, grated parmesan cheese, olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, black pepper, garlic powder, and optional lemon juice until fully combined.
- Marinate Chicken: Add the cubed chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes, up to 2 hours, to let the flavors infuse.
- Prepare Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 15 minutes to prevent burning. Thread the marinated chicken evenly onto the skewers, leaving small gaps between each piece for even cooking.
- Preheat Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat to ensure proper cooking and a nice char on the chicken.
- Grill Chicken Skewers: Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly charred on all sides.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. Garnish with extra grated parmesan or chopped parsley if desired, and serve hot for best flavor.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken longer (up to 2 hours) enhances the flavor and tenderness.
- If you do not have a grill, these skewers can be cooked under a broiler or on a grill pan indoors.
- Ensure wooden skewers are fully soaked to avoid burning on the grill.
- Use boneless skinless thighs for more juicy and flavorful results or breasts for a leaner option.
- Leftover skewers can be refrigerated up to 3 days and reheated gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Grilled
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approx. 1/4 of total recipe)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1.5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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