Grilled Garlic Chicken Skewers
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
1 hr 30 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 45 mins
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Servings
6 -8
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Grilled Garlic Chicken Skewers
Description
Grilled Garlic Chicken Skewers feature bite-sized pieces of chicken breast marinated in a mixture of mayonnaise, ranch dressing, and garlic before being grilled alongside optional vegetables. The marinade imparts moisture and a mild tangy flavor while finely chopped garlic adds aromatic depth. Soaking bamboo skewers in water prevents burning on the grill, and cooking at medium heat ensures even, thorough cooking. Turning the skewers periodically achieves balanced browning on all sides.
The result is tender chicken with a moist interior and subtly smoky edges, complemented by the natural sweetness and light char of the grilled bell pepper, onion, and zucchini. These skewers work well as a main dish alongside rice, salad, or bread. The flexibility to exclude vegetables or adjust seasonings allows customization based on preference.
Svetlana's notes suggest being cautious with salty seasonings since the marinade already contains salt, and that adding a dash of paprika can suit tastes. Vegetables can be seasoned separately if desired to enhance their sweetness and grill flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 bell pepper optional, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 onion optional, cut into 1-inch pieces, medium
- 1 zucchini optional, cut into 1-inch rings
- 8 bamboo skewers
- 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 4 Tbsp ranch dressing
- 4 garlic finely chopped, cloves
- SEASONING or paprika (optional, Dash of Johny's Seasoning
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine all marinade ingredients. Mix well.
- Mix the chicken breast into marinade. Refrigerate 1 hour or more.
- Fill a casserole dish with water and soak your wooden skewers in water until ready to use. This will prevent them from burning on the grill.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat when chicken is done marinating.
- Load your skewers with chicken and veggies.
- Grill chicken skewers over medium heat for about 15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Turn chicken 3 times to ensure even cooking of all 4 sides of skewer.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water before grilling to prevent burning.
- Adjust the amount of seasoning carefully since the marinade already contains salt.
- Add a dash of paprika for extra flavor if preferred.
- You can season vegetables before skewering to enhance their natural sweetness.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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