Description
These Cowboy Butter Chicken Skewers are tender, smoky, and boldly seasoned with a rich garlic-herb butter sauce. Perfect for grilling season or cozy nights in, they deliver juicy bites of chicken on skewers, brushed with a zesty cowboy butter packed with garlic, lemon, parsley, and a touch of heat. Ready in under 30 minutes of cook time, they’re ideal for entertaining or meal prep.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
1/2 cup unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat. Stir in garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped parsley, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Whisk to combine and let cool slightly.
2. In a large bowl, coat the chicken pieces with about 2/3 of the cowboy butter. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
3. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Grill skewers for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally. Baste with the remaining cowboy butter during the last few minutes.
5. Remove from grill, garnish with extra parsley, and serve hot with extra cowboy butter on the side.
Notes
Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning on the grill.
For extra depth, add a dash of Worcestershire sauce to the marinade.
If reheating leftovers, warm them slowly in a covered skillet with a splash of water or butter to maintain tenderness.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling or pan-grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 2 skewers
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1.2g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: Cowboy Butter, Chicken Skewers, Low Carb, BBQ, Easy Dinner