Chicken Garlic Parmesan Skewers (Printable Version)
Juicy grilled chicken cubes with garlic, Parmesan, and herbs, finished with fresh lemon and served on skewers.
# What You'll Need:
→ Poultry
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600 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into small cubes
→ Skewers
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8 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
→ Garlic Parmesan Marinade
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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120 ml grated Parmesan cheese
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45 ml olive oil
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon dried basil
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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0.25 teaspoon black pepper
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Juice of half a lemon
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1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
→ For Garnish
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Extra grated Parmesan cheese
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Chopped fresh parsley or basil
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Lemon slices
# Steps To Follow:
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Combine minced garlic, grated Parmesan, olive oil, dried oregano, dried basil, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes in a large mixing bowl.
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Add chicken cubes to the bowl and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor infusion.
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Thread marinated chicken pieces onto soaked wooden skewers, spacing them slightly to allow even cooking.
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Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Place skewers on the heat and cook each side for 4 to 5 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and lightly charred. Optionally, brush with additional olive oil or reserved marinade during grilling.
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Remove skewers from grill, sprinkle with extra Parmesan, and garnish with chopped parsley or basil. Serve alongside lemon slices.
# Notes and Tips:
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Soaking wooden skewers in water helps prevent them from burning during grilling.
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Chicken thighs provide juicier results, but breasts offer a leaner alternative.
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Leftover marinade should only be used for basting if not in contact with raw chicken.