Description
Grilled Cowboy Butter Chicken Skewers are a summertime favorite, combining juicy chicken marinated in a rich, buttery sauce with vibrant garlic and herbs. Perfect for barbecues or intimate dinners, these skewers promise an explosion of flavor in every bite. Easy to prepare yet impressive enough to wow your guests, they are sure to become a staple at your gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
- 1/2 cup butter (or plant-based butter)
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper in a large bowl to create the marinade.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat with the marinade. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F). Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if using.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers; add vegetables like bell peppers if desired.
- Grill skewers for 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway through until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F.
- Melt butter with smoked paprika in a small saucepan over low heat; drizzle over grilled skewers before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (105g)
- Calories: 303
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg