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Ranch Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers

Ranch garlic parmesan chicken skewers with juicy grilled chicken coated in a ranch-Parmesan garlic mixture and finished with a lightly golden cheese crust. These grilled skewers are marinated for flavor and served with extra ranch dip for easy party food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Marinating 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken skewers
  • 2 lb chicken breasts Cut into chunks.
  • 0.5 cup ranch dressing For coating and serving.
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Use finely grated for crust.
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.1 salt To taste.
  • 0.1 black pepper To taste.
  • 1 can (optional) wooden skewers, soaked Soak to prevent burning; exact container size not required for use.

Equipment

  • 1 grill

Method
 

Make the ranch garlic parmesan marinade
  1. In a bowl, mix ranch dressing, olive oil, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, ranch seasoning mix, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until evenly combined.
  2. Add the chicken chunks and toss until coated, then marinate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
Grill the skewers
  1. Thread the marinated chicken onto the soaked wooden skewers, leaving a little space between pieces for even cooking.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, aiming for steady heat before cooking.
  3. Grill the skewers for 5-6 minutes per side, turning once, until the chicken reaches 165°F and looks golden on the edges.
  4. Serve immediately with extra ranch for dipping.

Notes

For the strongest Parmesan crust, use finely grated Parmesan and let excess marinade drip back into the bowl before grilling. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed container for up to 3 days; reheat on a grill pan or skillet until warmed through. Freeze yes—freeze skewers without extra ranch for up to 2 months and thaw in the fridge before reheating. For a lower-fat option, use reduced-fat ranch dressing and reduce the olive oil to 2 tbsp while keeping the rest the same.