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Grilled Ranch Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers

These Grilled Ranch Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers Fry are bursting with flavor—juicy chicken marinated in ranch seasoning and garlic butter, grilled to perfection, and finished with a savory Parmesan crust. Ideal for backyard BBQs, weeknight dinners, or meal prep, this dish is easy to prepare and delivers crowd-pleasing results every time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course, Appetizer
Cuisine American, Grilled Fusion
Servings 6
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill or cast-iron grill pan
  • Skewers (metal or soaked wooden)
  • Tongs
  • Basting brush
  • Digital thermometer
  • Bowl for marinating
  • Heat-safe platter or tray

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
  • 2 tbsp ranch seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for garnish)
  • Optional: chopped parsley, chili flakes, lemon wedges

Instructions
 

Marinate:

  • In a bowl, combine chicken pieces with ranch seasoning, garlic, olive oil (or butter), salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat. Cover and marinate for 30 minutes to 12 hours.

Skewer

  • Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving space between pieces.

Preheat Grill:

  • Heat your grill or grill pan to medium-high (400°F/200°C). Lightly oil the surface.

Grill:

  • Place skewers on the grill. Cook for 10–12 minutes, turning every 2–3 minutes for even charring.

Baste:

  • Halfway through cooking, brush with additional melted butter or garlic butter.

Finish:

  • When chicken reaches 165°F internally, remove from heat. Sprinkle with Parmesan while hot.

Serve:

  • Let skewers rest 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley, chili flakes, or lemon if desired.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs stay juicier on the grill than breasts.
  • Wooden skewers? Soak for 30 minutes first to prevent burning.
  • No grill? Use a cast-iron grill pan or air fryer (375°F for 10–12 minutes).
  • Vegetarian? Substitute with halloumi or tofu—same marinade, shorter grill time.
  • Make ahead: Skewers can be marinated and stored in the fridge up to 24 hours before cooking.
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