Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers in the Oven
These Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers in the Oven are juicy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. Tender chicken is coated in a rich garlic butter sauce, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese, and baked to perfection right in your oven.
While you’re here be sure to checkout this Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and this Lemon Butter Chicken too!
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers: Whether you’re looking for a simple weeknight dinner, meal prep idea, or crowd-pleasing appetizer, these oven-baked chicken kabobs deliver big flavor with minimal effort. The best part? No grill required! This oven baked chicken comes out perfectly tender and golden every time, making them a year-round favorite for busy families.
Ingredients for Chicken Skewers
Here is what you need to make these juicy garlic parmesan chicken kababos:
- Chicken Breast: Chicken breasts provide a lean source of protein and cook quickly while absorbing all the delicious garlic Parmesan flavors.
- Seasonings: you’ll need garlic powder, onion powder, all purpose seasoning, and paprika as the main seasonings.
- Olive Oil: Helps the seasonings stick to the chicken and prevents the meat from drying out during baking.
- Garlic: Delivers bold, aromatic garlic flavor that makes these skewers irresistible. Fresh garlic provides a stronger taste than garlic powder alone.
- Parmesan Cheese: Adds nutty, salty richness and creates the signature garlic Parmesan flavor profile.
How to make Oven Baked Chicken Skewers
Making these chicken kabobs at home are simple, and always super delicious. Here is how you make them:
Cut your chicken breast into about 1 inch chunks
Add the chicken pieces to a large bowl and season
Place the seasoned chicken on the skewers, and onto a baking sheet
Cover the sheet pan with foil and bake
Make your garlic butter mixture
Uncover the chicken and broil to get a golden brown crust.
Once the chicken is cooked through, remove them from the oven and slather them down with the garlic parmesan butter mixture. Be sure to coat each side evenly.
Substitutions and Variations for Easy Chicken Skewers Recipe
Spicy Garlic Parmesan Chicken
Add cayenne pepper or extra red pepper flakes.
Lemon Garlic Parmesan Skewers
Add fresh lemon zest and lemon juice to the butter sauce.
Air Fryer Chicken Kabobs
Cook at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Pro Tips for Perfect Oven-Baked Chicken Skewers
- Cut chicken pieces into uniform sizes for even cooking.
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for extra juicy skewers.
- Don’t overcrowd the skewers.
- Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking.
- Broil briefly for restaurant-style caramelization.
FAQ
Absolutely! Baking chicken skewers in the oven is one of the easiest ways to achieve tender, juicy chicken year-round.
At 375°F, chicken skewers typically cook in 18–22 minutes, depending on the size of the chicken pieces.
Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F before serving.
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Garlic, minced (reserve 1 tablespoon for garlic butter)
- 1/2 tablespoon Seasoned salt , or all purpose seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Garlic Parmesan Butter Sauce
- 6 tablespoons Butter, unsalted, melted
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- ½ teaspoon Red pepper flakes, (optional)
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 375°F. If you are using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken cubes with olive oil, garlic, seasoned salt, paprika, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper. Toss the chicken with the seasoning until it's all evenly coated.
- Thread the seasoned chicken pieces onto skewers. Place them close together so that they cook evenly and come out like kabobs.
- Arrange the skewers directly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover the baking sheet with aluminium foil, and place the pan in the oven to cook for 18-22 minutes.
- Flip the chicken skewers over after the first 12 minutes of cooking, then cook the additional 10 minutes uncovered.
Garlic Parmesan Butter Sauce
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and brush the chicken skewers generously with the garlic Parmesan butter mixture. Be sure to coat all sides.
- OPTIONAL: For extra color and crispy edges, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.
- Remove from the oven and brush with the remaining garlic Parmesan sauce. Sprinkle with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley before serving. And Enjoy!
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