Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers. The best part is, you don't need a BBQ or charcoal grill. These oven-grilled chicken skewers taste just as good, without needing an outdoor grill.
Ingredients
Chicken Marinade
- 4 chicken thighs cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Lemon zest
- ¼ tsp paprika powder
- ¼ tsp Italian seasoning
- ⅛ tsp salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Sauce
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- Fresh parsley
- 3 tbsp grated parmesan
- Lemon zest
- A pinch of salt
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
Marinate the chicken
- In a bowl, combine chicken thighs with olive oil, lemon zest, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for better flavor.
Prepare the Sauce
- Melt butter in a pan, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
- Turn off the heat, and stir in chopped fresh parsley, grated parmesan, salt, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
Thread and grill the Skewers in the Oven
- Preheat the oven to 420° F. Thread marinated chicken onto soaked wooden skewers.
- Grill skewers for 30-40 minutes. Turning and glazing the chicken with the sauce occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char, the chicken should reach 170° F internal temperature.
- Tip: your chicken might not be as charred as expected. Use a flame torch on the chicken right after you take them out, this will give the chicken a nice char.
Glaze with Parmesan Sauce
- Brush the chicken skewers with the prepared parmesan sauce right after you take them out of the oven.
Serve and Enjoy
- Garnish with additional parmesan or fresh parsley.
- Serve these Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers with your favorite sides.