Description
Ranch Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are a flavorful and easy-to-make grilled dish featuring tender chicken marinated in a creamy ranch dressing blend with garlic and parmesan cheese. Perfect for BBQs, weeknight dinners, or appetizers, these skewers offer a perfect balance of smoky, savory, and tangy flavors that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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For the Marinade:
- ½ cup ranch dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or fresh parsley, chopped)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional for extra tang)
For the Skewers:
- 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: Combine ranch dressing, parmesan cheese, olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, black pepper, garlic powder, and optional lemon juice in a bowl. Stir well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place cubed chicken into a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, coating all pieces evenly. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Prepare the Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 15 minutes to prevent burning. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, leaving small gaps between pieces for even cooking.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the chicken skewers.
- Grill the Chicken: Place skewers on the grill and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and has a nice charred exterior.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove skewers from grill and let rest a few minutes. Garnish with extra chopped parsley or parmesan if desired. Serve with favorite sides or dipping sauces like ranch, BBQ sauce, or tangy yogurt dip.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for juicier, more tender skewers.
- Marinate chicken overnight for deeper flavor.
- Feel free to customize seasoning by adding extra garlic or herbs like thyme and rosemary.
- Soak wooden skewers to prevent burning during grilling.
- Chicken is cooked when internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Leftover skewers can be stored in airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Marinated chicken can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw overnight before grilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 4 skewers)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Ranch Chicken Skewers, Garlic Parmesan Chicken, Grilled Chicken Skewers, BBQ Chicken, Easy Chicken Marinade, Summer BBQ Recipes
