Description
Ranch Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining juicy chicken tenders with a vibrant homemade ranch garlic parmesan sauce that elevates every bite. Perfect for appetizers or a hearty main dish, these skewers are incredibly easy to prepare, whether in an air fryer, oven, or on the grill. Ready in just 35 minutes, they burst with flavor and have kid-approved appeal, making them ideal for family gatherings or casual get-togethers. Serve them over rice with veggies or enjoy them straight off the skewer — either way, you’re in for a treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken tenders (thighs or breast)
- 1 stick butter
- 8–10 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp hot sauce
- 1/3 cup fresh parsley (minced)
- 1 tablespoon dry ranch seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1.5 tablespoon dry ranch seasoning (for additional seasoning)
- 1 teaspoon dried dill (for additional seasoning)
- 2 teaspoons paprika (for additional seasoning)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for additional seasoning)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder (for additional seasoning)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (for additional seasoning)
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper (for additional seasoning)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, melt the butter and combine it with minced garlic, parmesan, hot sauce, and spices to create the marinade.
- Marinate the chicken tenders in half of the garlic parmesan mixture for at least 15 minutes.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers and preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook skewers for 12-15 minutes, basting with remaining marinade halfway through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 80g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg