Description
Sizzling garlic parmesan chicken skewers bring Mediterranean magic to your dinner table, delivering bold flavors that dance with herbal brightness. Grilled to perfection and sprinkled with savory parmesan, these skewers will delight your palate with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into cubes
- 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
Herbs and Seasonings
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Marinade and Cooking Ingredients
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 4–6 wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Combine minced garlic, chopped parsley, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl to create a robust seasoning blend.
- Add olive oil and lemon juice to the herb mixture, whisking until a smooth marinade forms.
- Gently fold chicken cubes into the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to penetrate.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F).
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 15 minutes to prevent burning.
- Thread marinated chicken cubes onto skewers, distributing pieces evenly.
- Generously sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the prepared skewers.
- Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, rotating occasionally to ensure even cooking and golden-brown exterior.
- Check chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F using a meat thermometer.
- Remove skewers from heat and let rest for 3-4 minutes to retain juiciness.
- Garnish with additional fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Marinate chicken longer for deeper flavor infusion, up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Use metal skewers for more even heat distribution and quicker cooking.
- Substitute chicken with tofu or firm white fish for vegetarian or seafood alternatives.
- Pat chicken dry before marinating to help seasoning adhere better and achieve crispier exterior.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 660 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 44 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg