Cowboy Butter Chicken Skewers

Why make this recipe

Cowboy Butter Chicken Skewers are a delicious and fun dish that brings bold flavors to any meal. This recipe combines juicy chunks of chicken with a tasty marinade and a rich cowboy butter that takes it to the next level. Skewering the chicken makes it easy to grill and serve, making it perfect for parties, barbecues, or simply a family dinner. Plus, it’s easy to prepare and cook, so you can enjoy a great meal without spending hours in the kitchen.

How to make Cowboy Butter Chicken Skewers

Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken breast, cut into chunks
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (such as parsley, basil, or thyme)
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup cowboy butter (butter mixed with garlic, herbs, and spices)
• Skewers (wooden or metal)

Directions

1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, herbs, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
2. Add chicken chunks to the marinade, coat well, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Soak wooden skewers in water if using.
4. Preheat grill to medium-high.
5. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
6. Grill chicken skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through.
7. Brush with cowboy butter during the last few minutes of grilling.
8. Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful cowboy butter chicken skewers!

How to serve Cowboy Butter Chicken Skewers

Serve the Cowboy Butter Chicken Skewers hot off the grill. They are great on their own or with a side of grilled veggies, rice, or a fresh salad. You can also offer extra cowboy butter on the side for dipping. These skewers make an impressive and tasty addition to any meal!

How to store Cowboy Butter Chicken Skewers

If you have leftovers, let the skewers cool completely. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you’re ready to eat them, simply reheat in the oven or on the grill until warmed through.

Tips to make Cowboy Butter Chicken Skewers

• For even more flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
• Use a mix of chicken breast and thigh for juicier skewers.
• Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or zucchini to the skewers for extra color and nutrition.
• If grilling outside isn’t an option, you can cook these skewers in the oven or on a grill pan.

Variation

You can customize the cowboy butter by adding different spices or herbs based on your taste, such as chili powder or rosemary. For a spicy kick, add some red pepper flakes to the marinade or the cowboy butter.

FAQs

Can I use other proteins instead of chicken?
Yes! You can use shrimp, pork, or tofu as alternatives. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Can I make the marinade ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the marinade a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Just add the chicken when you’re ready to grill.

What can I serve with Cowboy Butter Chicken Skewers?
These skewers go well with a variety of sides like rice, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad. You can also pair them with your favorite dipping sauces.

Cowboy Butter Chicken Skewers

Enjoy juicy chicken marinated in flavorful spices and grilled to perfection, brushed with rich cowboy butter for a delicious meal.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Total Time 42 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Grilled

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Marinade

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (such as parsley, basil, or thyme)
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Skewers

• 2 pounds chicken breast, cut into chunks
• 1/2 cup cowboy butter Butter mixed with garlic, herbs, and spices
• Skewers (wooden or metal) Soak wooden skewers in water if using

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, herbs, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
2. Add chicken chunks to the marinade, coat well, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Cooking

1. Preheat grill to medium-high.
2. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
3. Grill chicken skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through.
4. Brush with cowboy butter during the last few minutes of grilling.

Serving

1. Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful cowboy butter chicken skewers!

Notes

For even more flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Use a mix of chicken breast and thigh for juicier skewers. You can also add vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or zucchini to the skewers for extra color and nutrition. If grilling outside isn’t an option, you can cook these skewers in the oven or on a grill pan. Customize the cowboy butter by adding different spices or herbs based on your taste, such as chili powder or rosemary. For a spicy kick, add some red pepper flakes to the marinade or the cowboy butter.