Description
Experience the savory delight of Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers, featuring marinated chicken grilled to perfection with a garlic butter glaze and topped with tangy Parmesan.
Ingredients
Scale
- 600g Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- Juice of 1/2 Lemon
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
- Salt and Black Pepper to taste
- Wooden or Metal Skewers (soaked in water if wooden)
- 1.5 tbsp Unsalted Butter, melted
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In your mixing bowl, combine the cubed chicken, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Thread the Skewers: Pack the marinated chicken tightly onto skewers.
- Mix the Glaze: In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and red pepper flakes.
- Cook to Perfection: For Air Fryer, place skewers at 200°C (400°F) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway. For Oven, broil on a foil-lined baking sheet for 5-6 minutes per side.
- Glaze and Dust: Brush skewers with the garlic butter mixture and sprinkle with grated Parmesan.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes, then serve warm.
Notes
Marinate chicken the night before for more intense flavor. Substituting chicken thighs can also add richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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