1-Soak the skewers: Ready to fire up the grill for some mouthwatering Grilled Ranch Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers? Start by soaking your wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning. This simple step keeps things safe and easy, especially if you’re a busy parent or student short on time.

2-Mix the seasoning and marinate the chicken: Next, mix all the chicken seasoning ingredients in a bowl: 1.5 tablespoons dry ranch seasoning, 1 teaspoon dried dill, 2 teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Cut 2 lbs of chicken into 3-inch pieces, then toss them in a bowl or zip-top bag with 2 tablespoons olive oil and the seasoning mix for even coating.

3-Thread and prepare the sauce: Thread the chicken pieces tightly onto the soaked skewers to lock in juiciness. For the sauce, melt 1 stick butter with 8-10 cloves minced garlic, then add 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon hot sauce, 1 tablespoon dry ranch seasoning, 1 teaspoon dried dill, and 1/2 teaspoon onion powder. Whisk it all together, stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan and 1/3 cup minced fresh parsley, and if it separates, whisk in 1-2 tablespoons softened butter. Reserve one-third for after cooking and use the rest for basting during.

4-Grill the skewers and baste: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and grill the skewers for 5-6 minutes per side, basting frequently with the sauce. After grilling, baste once more and sprinkle with extra grated Parmesan. If you’re adapting the recipe, try grilling with indirect heat as mentioned in our easy chicken spaghetti recipe guide for similar techniques.

5-Preheat and cook: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and cook for the specified time to ensure everything is just right. These steps take about 35 minutes total, making it ideal for quick meals.