Description
Grilled Ranch Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are the ultimate easy dinner or barbecue dish. Juicy chicken cubes are marinated in ranch seasoning, garlic, Parmesan, and olive oil, then grilled to perfection with a crispy, golden crust. Simple, flavorful, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup olive oil
1 packet ranch seasoning (about 1 oz)
3–4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp lemon juice
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Skewers (soak wooden skewers 30 minutes if using)
Instructions
1. Pat chicken cubes dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, ranch seasoning, garlic, Parmesan, and lemon juice to form a thick paste.
3. Pour mixture over chicken and toss until evenly coated. Marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature or up to 4 hours in the fridge.
4. Thread chicken onto skewers, leaving space between pieces.
5. Preheat grill to medium-high (375–400°F). Clean and oil grates.
6. Grill skewers for 4–5 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
7. Remove from grill, rest 3–5 minutes, then serve.
Notes
Dry the chicken thoroughly before seasoning for the best browning.
Use freshly grated Parmesan, not pre-shredded, for the perfect crust.
Don’t overcrowd the skewers—leave space for caramelization.
Let chicken rest before serving to keep it juicy.
Oven option: Bake at 400°F for 15–20 minutes, flipping once, until 165°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg