Description
Cowboy Butter Chicken Skewers are smoky, buttery, and boldly seasoned with garlic, lemon, and red pepper flakes. Grilled to juicy perfection and brushed with rich cowboy butter, these skewers are the perfect addition to any BBQ or family meal. Save this recipe and fire up the grill today!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into uniform strips
For the Cowboy Butter:
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cloves garlic, minced
Zest from ½ lemon + 1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ tablespoon chopped chives
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl or resealable plastic bag, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Add the chicken slices and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight in the fridge for maximum flavor.
- Prepare the Cowboy Butter: In a separate bowl, mix together the softened butter, minced garlic, lemon zest and juice, Dijon mustard, paprika, red pepper flakes, chopped chives, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Set aside a portion of the butter mixture to brush over the skewers after cooking.
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread the marinated chicken slices onto skewers, ensuring they are evenly spaced and not overcrowded.
- Grill the Skewers: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken skewers for 4–5 minutes per side, basting with cowboy butter throughout the process. Ensure the chicken is fully cooked by checking that it has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Serve: To serve, take the skewers off the grill once they’re cooked through. Brush with the reserved cowboy butter and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
Chicken can be marinated and frozen for up to 3 months.
Cowboy butter can also be used as a dipping sauce or to flavor veggies.
Ensure chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) for safe doneness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes + Marinate Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 157
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Protein: 12g