Juicy garlic butter chicken skewers made in a pan! Easy to make with simple ingredients, packed with flavor, and perfect for a quick, delicious meal!
Published: January 2, 2025 by Pamela
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This garlic butter chicken skewer recipe is a real winner! You can grill them on a BBQ or even bake them in the oven, and I’ll show you how to get them perfect in the oven. Personally, I make them in a pan, as I love how easy and quick it is.
I’m all about keeping things simple, my kitchen is stocked with only the basics, and I really prefer not to complicate things. I use just a handful of spices that I always have on hand, for all my recipes (literally the most basic stuff: salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika). All my recipes follow this simple approach; full of flavor, easy, and stress-free!
What you need to make chicken skewers:
- Chicken breasts
- Yogurt (unsweetened, unflavored), I used Greek yogurt.
- Minced Garlic
- Butter (I used unsalted)
- Paprika powder
- Onion Powder
- Salt & pepper
- Fresh Parsley (Chopped)
Measurements are posted in the recipe card below the instructions.
Steps to Make Garlic Butter Chicken Skewers
- Start by cutting the chicken breasts into even bite-sized cubes to ensure they cook evenly.
- Place the chicken cubes in a bowl, then add yogurt, salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon of grated garlic, onion powder, and paprika, mixing everything together until well combined.
- Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers and grill them on a preheated non-stick pan, on medium heat, for about 6 minutes on each side (total of 12 minutes), or until fully cooked through.
You can also grill the skewers on a BBQ, just be sure to soak the wooden skewers for at least 30 minutes before threading the chicken. For oven-baked skewers, follow the same soaking rule for wooden skewers, and to achieve that grilled effect, bake them on an oven-safe baking rack; this will give you the same result as on a BBQ (otherwise the chicken will stay soaked in the juices and will not get that crispy outside).
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1/4 cup butter for about 30 seconds, then add 1 teaspoon of grated fresh garlic, a pinch of salt and pepper, and about 1 tablespoon of minced fresh parsley (or 1 teaspoon of dried parsley). Mix everything together.
💡Did you know? You can make butter at home using 1 simple ingredient: heavy cream or whipped cream!
- The easiest way to coat the skewers is to brush them with the butter-garlic mixture, but if, like me, you don’t have a brush, simply use a spoon to spoon the mixture over the skewers, then return them to the pan for about a minute on each side to soak in the flavors.
If you have a brush, you can definitely brush them while they are still on the pan (or BBQ).
These garlic butter chicken skewers go great with whatever you like! I had mine with baked potatoes and a green salad with garlic paste (also called toum, a Lebanese garlic sauce that’s super tasty), I’ll be sharing the recipe soon!
You could also serve them with fries, rice, or even put them in a sandwich. Honestly, they work with anything!
If you tried this recipe, be sure to leave a rating and share your thoughts in the comments below. I’d love to hear your feedback!
Garlic Butter Chicken Skewers (in a pan)
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts about 1 kg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp grated garlic divided
- 1/2 cup unsweetened unflavoured yogurt
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into cubes for easy threading onto skewers.
- In a bowl, combine the chicken with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp grated garlic. Mix to coat evenly.
- Thread the seasoned chicken onto skewers and grill in a preheated pan, on medium heat, for 6 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
- Melt 1/4 cup butter in the microwave, then stir in 1 tsp grated garlic, chopped fresh parsley, a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix everything together.
- Brush the chicken skewers with the garlic butter (or spoon it on) and grill for 1 more minute on each side to soak in the flavor.
Notes
- Nutrition info is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and portions. For the most accurate details, consider using a nutrition tool or checking our full Nutrition Information Disclaimer.
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