Can I use chicken breast or thighs instead of tenders?

Absolutely. Both work great. Just cut into similar 3-inch chunks so they cook evenly. Thighs stay juicy and add extra flavor, while breasts give a leaner bite.

How do I keep the butter sauce from separating?

Keep the heat low when melting. If it starts to break, whisk in softened butter a little at a time. You can also take it off the heat entirely once the parmesan melts.

What’s the best way to reheat leftovers?

Air fry at 350°F for 3–4 minutes until warmed through, or bake at 375°F for 8–10 minutes. A quick drizzle of leftover sauce before reheating helps revive the flavor.

Ranch Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers

Name: Ranch Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers | Quick & Flavorful
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: **For the Chicken Skewers**; 2 lbs chicken tenders; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1.5 tbsp dry ranch seasoning; 1 tsp dried dill; 2 tsp paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp pepper; **For the Garlic Parmesan Butter Sauce**; 1 stick butter; 8–10 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup grated parmesan; 1 tbsp hot sauce (optional); 2 tsp red pepper flakes; 1/3 cup fresh parsley, minced; 1 tbsp dry ranch seasoning; 1 tsp dried dill; 1/2 tsp onion powder

Description

Juicy, cheesy, and packed with garlic-herb flavor, these Ranch Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are quick to make and even better to eat.

Ingredients

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**For the Chicken Skewers**

2 lbs chicken tenders

2 tbsp olive oil

1.5 tbsp dry ranch seasoning

1 tsp dried dill

2 tsp paprika

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp pepper

**For the Garlic Parmesan Butter Sauce**

1 stick butter

8–10 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 cup grated parmesan

1 tbsp hot sauce (optional)

2 tsp red pepper flakes

1/3 cup fresh parsley, minced

1 tbsp dry ranch seasoning

1 tsp dried dill

1/2 tsp onion powder

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Instructions

1. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes.

2. Cut chicken into 3-inch pieces.

3. Toss chicken with olive oil and all seasoning ingredients.

4. Thread tightly onto skewers.

5. Melt butter in a pan and sauté minced garlic.

6. Add remaining sauce ingredients and stir until smooth.

7. Set aside 1/3 of sauce for basting, keep rest for final glaze.

8. Preheat air fryer to 400°F.

9. Cook skewers 5 minutes.

10. Flip, baste, cook 2 more minutes.

11. Flip again, baste, cook 5–6 minutes until internal temp reaches 165°F.

12. Glaze with reserved clean sauce and sprinkle with extra parmesan.

Notes

Use grated parmesan for smoother sauce texture.

Avoid cross-contamination: use separate basting brushes.

Add hot sauce for a spicy kick.

Pairs beautifully with rice or grilled vegetables.

To prevent the sauce from breaking, keep heat low and whisk in soft butter if needed.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 skewers
Calories: 410
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 510mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 115mg