Description
Sizzling Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers will rock your next backyard grill party with their seriously addictive flavor combo. Marinated tender chicken chunks get a zesty Italian-inspired upgrade that makes dinner feel like a casual Mediterranean celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1.5 pounds chicken breast, cut into cubes
Cheese and Seasonings:
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Pat dry 1.5 lbs chicken breast cubes with paper towel to help seasonings adhere better.
- Mix 2 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, salt, and pepper in a large bowl to create a marinade.
- Coat chicken pieces thoroughly in the marinade, ensuring each cube is evenly covered.
- Cover bowl and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to let flavors penetrate the chicken.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.
- Thread marinated chicken cubes onto skewers, leaving small gaps between pieces for even heat distribution.
- Preheat grill to 375°F and lightly oil grates to prevent sticking.
- Arrange skewers on hot grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, rotating every 3-4 minutes.
- Check internal chicken temperature reaches 165°F using a meat thermometer.
- Melt 2 tbsp butter and mix with ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1 tsp garlic powder.
- Brush hot skewers with Parmesan butter immediately after removing from grill.
- Sprinkle 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and extra Parmesan over skewers.
- Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing fresh citrus flavor just before eating.
Notes
- Pat the chicken dry thoroughly to help seasonings adhere and create a better crust.
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes to develop deeper, more complex flavors that penetrate the meat.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning and ensure even cooking on the grill or in the oven.
- For a low-carb option, serve the skewers over a fresh salad or with roasted vegetables instead of traditional sides.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-20 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 293 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg