Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers Recipe
The other day, I was hosting a small gathering at home, and I wanted to whip up something quick, delicious, and a bit on the fancy side. That’s when I decided to give Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers a try.
Ingredients
- Chicken Breasts Boneless, skinless—1 pound (cubed into bite-sized chunks)
- Garlic Freshly minced–4 cloves
- Parmesan Cheese Grated—½ cup
- Olive Oil Extra Virgin—3 tablespoons
- Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed—2 tablespoons
- Salt and Black Pepper To taste
- Paprika Optional, for a smoky kick—½ teaspoon
Instructions
- Wash the chicken under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Cut the chicken into small, even-sized cubes. This ensures they cook evenly.
- Grab a bowl and mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, parmesan, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Whisk until everything is well combined.
- Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and toss them until evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl with cling wrap and place it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. If you have time, marinate longer for maximum flavor.
- Take your skewers (remember to soak wooden ones in water first).
- Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers. Leave a small gap between each piece for even cooking.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium heat and lightly grease it.
- Place the skewers on the hot grill and cook for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Keep basting the chicken with leftover marinade for extra flavor.
Notes
- Preheat the grill properly to ensure the chicken sears on the outside while staying juicy inside.
- Don’t overcook! Chicken can dry out quickly, so keep an eye on the grill.
- Add more parmesan toward the end for a cheesy crust on your chicken.
- Make it spicy by adding red pepper flakes to the marinade.