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Grilled Chicken Skewers with Garlic Butter Sauce

Recipe card for Grilled Chicken Skewers with Garlic Butter Sauce.
Course: Main Course

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • Chicken breast – 600g, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • Salt – 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper – A pinch
  • Paprika – 1 teaspoon
  • Dried parsley – 1 teaspoon
  • Garlic powder – 1 teaspoon
  • Olive oil – 2 tablespoons 25 ml
  • Melted butter – 2 tablespoons 30 ml
  • Orange juice – 2 tablespoons 30 ml

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the Chicken: Begin by cutting the chicken breast into bite-sized cubes, about 1-2 inches in size. This helps ensure the chicken cooks evenly on the skewers.
  2. Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, combine 1 teaspoon of salt, a pinch of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1 teaspoon of dried parsley, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of orange juice. Mix well to combine.
  3. Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.
  4. Soak the Wooden Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in hot water for about 30 minutes. This prevents them from burning during the grilling process.
  5. Thread the Chicken onto Skewers: Once the chicken has marinated, thread the pieces onto the soaked skewers, leaving a little space between each piece to ensure even cooking.
  6. Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. You want it to be hot enough to sear the chicken but not too hot that it burns.
  7. Grill the Skewers: Place the chicken skewers on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, turning occasionally to ensure they cook evenly and develop a nice golden color. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (75°C) when fully cooked.
  8. Rest the Chicken: Once the skewers are done, remove them from the grill and allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving. This helps keep the meat juicy and tender.
  9. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Add 1 teaspoon of minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  10. Add the Parsley: Stir in 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley into the garlic butter sauce and remove from the heat. This sauce will add a delicious garlic flavor to the chicken skewers.
  11. Drizzle with Garlic Butter: Drizzle the garlic butter sauce over the grilled chicken skewers, ensuring each piece is coated in the fragrant sauce.
  12. Garnish and Serve: Garnish the skewers with additional fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately. These skewers are great alongside grilled vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.

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