Ranch Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers (Print Format)

Chicken skewers tossed with ranch, garlic, parmesan, and herbs for a mouthwatering, juicy meal or appetizer.

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 lbs chicken tenders, thighs, or breast
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Garlic Parmesan Butter Sauce

03 - 1 stick butter
04 - 8-10 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1/2 cup Parmesan, grated
06 - 1 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
07 - 2 tsp red pepper flakes
08 - 1/3 cup fresh parsley, minced
09 - 1 tbsp dry ranch seasoning
10 - 1 tsp dried dill
11 - 1/2 tsp onion powder

→ Chicken Seasonings

12 - 1.5 tbsp dry ranch seasoning
13 - 1 tsp dried dill
14 - 2 tsp paprika
15 - 1 tsp garlic powder
16 - 1 tsp onion powder
17 - 1/2 tsp salt
18 - 1/2 tsp pepper

# Steps:

01 - Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.
02 - Combine chicken seasonings in a small bowl. Cut chicken into 3-inch pieces, toss with olive oil and seasoning mixture ensuring thorough coating.
03 - Thread seasoned chicken pieces tightly onto skewers, leaving no gaps. Trim skewers if needed to fit in air fryer.
04 - Melt butter partially in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in garlic, red pepper flakes, hot sauce, dry ranch seasoning, dill, onion powder, parsley, and Parmesan. Whisk until combined. If sauce separates, re-emulsify by adding 1-2 tbsp softened butter.
05 - Place 2-3 skewers in an air fryer set to 400°F. Cook for 5 minutes, flip the skewers, baste with the sauce, and cook for another 2 minutes.
06 - Flip skewers again, baste with sauce, and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Total cook time is 12-14 minutes.
07 - Once cooked, baste skewers with reserved clean sauce, sprinkle with extra Parmesan, and serve.
08 - Preheat oven to 450°F. Arrange skewers on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake for 14 minutes, flipping halfway and basting with sauce periodically. Broil for an additional 2 minutes to brown tops. Baste again with remaining sauce and sprinkle with Parmesan.
09 - Preheat grill to medium-high. Cook skewers over direct heat for 5-6 minutes per side, basting with butter throughout the process. Baste once more after cooking and sprinkle with Parmesan.

# Tips:

01 - Ensure that the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F for safe consumption.