Grilled Cowboy Butter Chicken Skewers (Print)
Smoky chicken skewers with garlicky cowboy butter, perfect for sharing at backyard gatherings or cozy indoor meals.
# Ingredients:
→ For the Chicken Skewers
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 450 g), cut into 2.5 cm cubes
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1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
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1 teaspoon (6 g) kosher salt
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0.5 teaspoon (1 g) ground black pepper
→ For the Cowboy Butter
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120 g unsalted butter, melted
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2 garlic cloves, finely minced
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1 tablespoon (15 g) Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
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1 tablespoon (4 g) chopped fresh parsley
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0.5 teaspoon (1 g) smoked paprika
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0.25 teaspoon (0.5 g) cayenne pepper (optional)
→ Other
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8 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
# Steps:
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In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chopped parsley, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper if using. Reserve one quarter of the butter mixture for basting.
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Place the chicken cubes in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and season evenly with kosher salt and black pepper. Pour the remaining cowboy butter over the chicken and toss to ensure all pieces are thoroughly coated. Allow to marinate for a minimum of 15 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
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Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the pre-soaked wooden skewers, leaving slight gaps between the pieces to ensure even cooking.
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Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken skewers for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally to achieve even charring. In the final minutes, generously brush with the reserved cowboy butter to infuse a rich, aromatic finish.
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Transfer the grilled skewers to a platter and allow them to rest for several minutes. Garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately with sides of choice such as grilled vegetables, steamed rice, or a fresh salad.
# Notes:
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Substitute boneless, skinless chicken thighs for exceptionally juicy skewers if preferred.
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Cowboy butter can be made in advance and refrigerated for up to one week.