Description
Fire up the grill for a flavor-packed dinner! These Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are juicy, tender chunks of chicken, marinated with zesty garlic, lemon, and herbs, grilled to perfection, then finished with a luscious garlic-Parmesan butter sauce. This easy recipe is perfect for any BBQ, casual dinner, or meal prep. Whether you’re looking for quick dinner ideas, savory food ideas, or a new twist on chicken skewers, this recipe delivers bold taste and weeknight simplicity. Ideal for a healthy snack, easy dinner, or protein-packed lunch option.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
3 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
2. Add chicken chunks and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
3. Soak wooden skewers in water if using.
4. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers evenly.
5. Grill skewers over medium-high heat for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked.
6. While grilling, melt butter in a saucepan and stir in minced garlic. Simmer until fragrant.
7. Remove butter from heat and stir in Parmesan and red pepper flakes.
8. Brush the cooked skewers with the garlic Parmesan butter before serving.
Notes
For crispier edges, finish the skewers with a quick broil after grilling.
Freshly grated Parmesan is key for the best texture—avoid pre-shredded cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer set
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: garlic chicken, grilled chicken, Parmesan skewers, chicken dinner, easy dinner recipe