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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers

Juicy bites of chicken marinated in garlic and parmesan, grilled or baked to perfection for a delicious weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 330
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken
  • 1 to 1.5 lb chicken breasts, cubed, or thighs Breasts are leaner, thighs stay juicier.
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 to 2 tsp no-salt-added lemon pepper seasoning Adjust if yours contains salt.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Add to taste.
For the garlic Parmesan butter
  • 4 to 6 tbsp butter or ghee Use plant butter for dairy-free.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan Omit for dairy-free.
  • 2 tsp lemon juice, optional
  • 3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped Alternatively use cilantro.
  • 1 small lemon, sliced, for garnish, optional

Method
 

Prepare chicken marinade
  1. Cube chicken into even 1 to 1½ inch pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, combine chicken, olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon pepper, and salt. Toss to coat, then cover and marinate for 15 minutes to 4 hours.
Assemble skewers
  1. Thread chicken tightly on soaked wooden or metal skewers, leaving a little space at each end.
  2. Set on a rimmed baking sheet so they are ready to move.
Make garlic Parmesan butter
  1. Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and keep warm.
Grill instructions
  1. Preheat grill to medium-high, about 400°F.
  2. Oil grates lightly.
  3. Place garlic parmesan chicken skewers on the grates and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, turning often.
  4. Stir Parmesan and parsley into the warm butter. Brush skewers generously, then cook until pieces read 165°F, about 1 to 3 minutes more.
  5. Rest for 3 minutes on a clean platter and finish with a squeeze of lemon.
Bake instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line the baking sheet for easy cleanup.
  2. Arrange garlic parmesan chicken skewers in a single layer.
  3. Bake for 16 to 18 minutes, turning once and brushing with the butter mixture halfway.
  4. Cook to 165°F, then rest and add lemon.
Air fryer instructions
  1. Trim skewers to fit the basket or cook pieces without sticks.
  2. Air fry at 350°F for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking and basting once.
Serve
  1. Brush with remaining butter mixture.
  2. Add a fresh squeeze of lemon and extra parsley. Provide extra sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 39gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 615mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 1g

Notes

Soak wooden skewers for 20 to 30 minutes to prevent scorching. Use a digital thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.

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