Description
These Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for grilling season. Tender chicken marinated in garlic and seasonings, grilled to perfection, then finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. A delicious main course that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Skewers:
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Prepare Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Marinate Chicken: In a large bowl, toss chicken cubes with olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until evenly coated.
- Skewer Chicken: Thread the chicken pieces onto skewers.
- Grill: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat, oil the grates, and grill skewers for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through.
- Add Parmesan: In the last minute, sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the chicken to melt slightly.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- These skewers pair well with a side of rice, salad, or grilled vegetables.
- You can also bake them at 425°F for 15–18 minutes if a grill is not available.
- Try adding bell peppers or zucchini between the chicken pieces for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
