Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers

These Keto Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are delicious. These chicken skewers are very healthy and protein rich and it contains 25g of proteins per skewers. These Keto Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are fully grain-free, and gluten-free as well but they are not dairy-free as they are made with parmesan cheese we can substitute the cheese with dairy-free parmesan cheese to make this recipe dairy-free. These chicken skewers only contain 0g fiber, & 2g net carbs in them. We can also keep these chicken skewers in the fridge for three to four days and we can also put the chicken skewers in the freezer for 3 to 4 months.

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STATS:

• Calories: 280 kcal
• Course: Appetizer
• Prep Time: 15 to 20 minutes
• Cuisine: American/Italian-inspired
• Cook Time: 10 to 12 minutes
• Diet: Low Carb, Keto-friendly
• Total Time: 25-30 minutes
• Serving Size: One skewer

EQUIPMENT:

• Medium bowl
• Whisk
• Spatula
• Plastic wrap
• Metal or wooden skewers
• Grill
• Brush
• Tongs
• Meat thermometer
• Serving platter

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE CHICKEN SKEWERS:

• 1 pound without bone & skin chicken breast
• ¼ cup olive oil
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 4 pieces garlic
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• One teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper powder
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Wooden or metal skewers

FOR GARNISH:

• Fresh parsley
• Extra lemon wedges

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INSTRUCTION:

1. Take a mixing bowl and add the pepper powder, salt, lemon juice, olive oil, paprika, grated parmesan cheese, crushed garlic, and Italian seasoning.
2. We can mix all the ingredients with the whisk till they get smooth and incorporated well.
3. This mixture serves as a marinade and it also serve as a basting sauce in the grilling process.
4. Take a knife and cut the chicken fillets into the small chicken cubes.
5. Then we can put these chicken cubes in the marination bowl.
6. Coat each piece of chicken in the marinade with the spatula or we can also do this process with our hands.
7. Now we can cover the bowl with the plastic wrap or with the lid and put the bowl in the refrigerator for at least half an hour.
8. We can also marinate the chicken for two to four hours or full night.
9. If we are using wooden skewers then we can soak them in the water for at least 30 minutes to avoid getting burned during grilling.
10. When they get marinated according to your desire, then we can grab put the chicken skewers from the refrigerator.
11. We can thread the 3 to 4 marinated chicken pieces in the metal skewer and leave some space in between them to get them to cook evenly.
12. You can make four skewers in the same way.
13. Preheat the grill at 375 degrees F or if you are using the grill pan then preheat them at moderate to high heat.
14. Then apply the oil on the grill grates with the brush and or paper towel.
15. We can put the chicken skewers on the grill and cook them for 6 to 8 minutes from one side.
16. Later we can turn the side of the chicken skewers with the tongs & apply the marinade over the chicken with the brush.
17. Grill them for more 6 to 8 minutes or till the chicken is cooked enough.
18. When the chicken skewers are done then check them with the meat thermometer and if the chicken skewers
19. internal temperature are about 165 degrees F it means it is perfect to consume now.
20. Then put these Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers in the serving platters and garnish them with the parsley.

TIPS:

• We can marinate the chicken for about thirty minutes or we can also allow it to marinate for whole night to make these skewers more flavorful.
• We could also add some additional red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to make them spicier.
• We can preheat the grill and we can also apply the oil on the grates to prevent sticking the chicken on them.
• You can also add some keto-friendly vegetables like dice of tomatoes or diced bell peppers to make it more healthy and flavorful.
• We can also add additional herbs like thyme, rosemary, or oregano to make it more delicious.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Put the chicken skewers in the closed container and store them for 3 days.

FREEZER:

• We can cover the chicken skewers in the plastic wrap or aluminum foil and place them in the close container and store these chicken skewers for 2 to 3 months.

FAQs:

How can I make these chicken skewers before time?

• We can make these chicken skewers and place them in the box and put them in the fridge and grill these skewers when required.

Are these parmesan chicken skewers low in carbs?

• These parmesan chicken skewers only contain 2g carbs, 0g fiber, 25g proteins, and 2g net carbs in them.

How we can store these parmesan chicken skewers?

• We can place these chicken skewers in the close container and store them for 3 to 4 days in the fridge or we can also freeze these chicken skewers in the freezer for 2 to 3 months.

Can I make these chicken skewers in the oven or grill pan?

• We can easily make these chicken skewers in the grill pan or we can also bake them in the oven and then broil them for 8 to 10 minutes.

What other meat should I utilize to make these chicken skewers?

• We can make these chicken skewers with shrimp, beef, or pork instead of chicken to make these skewers.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 280 kcal
Total Carbs: 2g
Fat: 20g
Fiber: 0g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Net Carbs: 2g
Sodium: 680mg
Protein: 25g