These Garlic Butter Chicken Skewers are juicy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make! Infused with parmesan and aromatic spices, this dish is perfect for barbecues or gatherings where impressive flavors matter.
Ingredients:
- 500g boneless chicken thighs
- 6 garlic cloves
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- Butter, to taste
- 50g grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Skewer sticks
Instructions:
- Prepare Garlic Confit: Cook garlic cloves gently in 4 tbsp of olive oil over low heat until golden brown. Remove garlic and reserve garlic-infused oil.
- In a food processor, blend garlic confit, reserved oil, butter, and 30g grated Parmesan cheese until creamy and smooth.
- Prepare the chicken: Debone and cut chicken thighs into evenly-sized pieces. In a bowl, combine chicken pieces with 2 tbsp olive oil, paprika, oregano, cumin, the remaining 20g of Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Thread seasoned chicken pieces onto skewer sticks.
- Cook on a preheated grill at medium-high heat, brushing generously and continuously with garlic butter. Grill until chicken is beautifully golden and cooked through, approximately 10-15 minutes.
Expert Tips:
- Continuously brushing the chicken with garlic butter ensures maximum flavor and juicy meat.
- Cooking garlic slowly in oil enhances sweetness and avoids bitterness.
- Using boneless chicken thighs keeps the meat juicy and flavorful, perfect for grilling.
Why This Recipe Works: The combination of garlic butter, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic spices creates an incredibly flavorful coating for tender, juicy chicken. Grilling enhances these flavors, giving the chicken skewers a delightful smoky touch that’s perfect for any occasion.
