Ranch Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers
These juicy ranch chicken skewers are grilled to perfection and finished with a rich garlic Parmesan butter—an easy, flavor-packed dinner or BBQ favorite.
- Prep Time: ~15 minutes (including marinating)
- Cook Time: ~10–12 minutes
- Total Time: ~25–27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings (about 2 skewers per person)
- Category: Main Course, Grilled
- Method: Grilled, Oven (optional)
- Cuisine: American-Inspired
Ingredients
Chicken & Marinade:
1½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1–1½″ cubes
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 tsp ranch seasoning powder
1 tsp garlic powder
Parmesan Garlic Topping:
2 Tbsp melted butter
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Skewers:
Wooden or metal skewers (soak wooden skewers in water for 20 minutes if using)
Instructions
Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken cubes with olive oil, ranch seasoning, and garlic powder. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes.
Prepare topping: In a small bowl, mix melted butter, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Assemble skewers: Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving space between pieces for even cooking.
Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill skewers for 4–5 minutes per side, until charred and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Add topping: In the final 1–2 minutes of grilling, brush chicken with Parmesan-garlic butter on both sides.
Serve: Transfer skewers to a platter and brush with any remaining topping. Garnish with extra parsley, if desired.
Notes
No grill? Bake skewers at 400°F for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway.
Make-ahead: Prep skewers in advance and refrigerate until ready to grill. Add topping just before cooking.
Serve with: Ranch, garlic aioli, or tzatziki dipping sauce for extra flavor.
