Ranch Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers
Ranch Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for your next gathering. These succulent chicken pieces are marinated in a zesty ranch dressing mix, fresh garlic, and Parmesan cheese, then grilled to perfection. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, these skewers are not only delicious but also simple to prepare. Serve them with extra ranch on the side for dipping, and watch them disappear off the plate!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: About 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), cubed
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 oz ranch dressing mix
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 wooden skewers (soaked in water)
Instructions
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine ranch dressing mix, minced garlic, grated Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Add cubed chicken and toss until well coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Thread marinated chicken onto soaked skewers (4-5 pieces per skewer).
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C). Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and cooked through.
- Sprinkle additional Parmesan on top while hot, let rest briefly, then serve with extra ranch dressing if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate chicken for up to two hours. Try swapping chicken for shrimp or vegetables as a fun variation. Always check doneness with a meat thermometer—165°F is ideal.