Keto Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers


These Keto Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are delicious. These chicken skewers are very healthy and protein-rich and contain 25 grams of protein per skewer. These Keto Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are completely grain-free and gluten-free but they are not dairy-free as they are made with Parmesan cheese. We can replace the cheese with dairy-free chicken Parmesan cheese to make this recipe dairy-free. carbs. We can also keep these chicken skewers in the refrigerator for three to four days and can also keep the chicken skewers in the freezer for 3 to 4 months.


Statistics
Calories: 280 calories
Course: Appetizer
Preparation Time: 15 to 20 minutes
Cuisine: American/Italian-Influenced
Cook Time: 10 to 12 minutes
Diet: Low-Carb, Keto-Friendly
Total Time: 25-30 minutes
Serving Size: One skewer

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

Ingredients
For chicken skewers
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper powder
  • 1. Tablespoon lemon juice
  • Wooden or metal skewers

For garnish
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Extra lemon slices

Instructions
  1. Take a mixing bowl and add black pepper powder, salt, lemon juice, olive oil, paprika, grated parmesan cheese, crushed garlic and Italian seasoning.
  2. We can mix all the ingredients until they are smooth and well incorporated.
  3. This mixture acts as a marinade and it also acts as a basting sauce during the grilling process.
  4. Take a knife and cut the chicken fillets into small chicken cubes.
  5. Then we can put these chicken cubes in the marinating bowl.
  6. Coat each piece of chicken in the marinade with a spatula or we can also do this process with our hands.
  7. Now we can cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and keep the bowl in the refrigerator for at least half an hour.
  8. We can also marinate the chicken for two to four hours or overnight.
  9. If we are using wooden skewers, we can soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning during grilling.
  10. Once they are marinated to your liking, we can remove the chicken skewers from the refrigerator.
  11. We can put 3 to 4 marinated chicken pieces on the metal skewers, leaving some space between them so that they cook evenly.
  12. You can make four skewers in the same way.
  13. Preheat the grill to 375 degrees F or if you are using a grill pan, preheat them to medium-high heat.
  14. Then, apply oil to the grill grates with a brush or paper towel.
  15. We can place the chicken skewers on the grill and cook for 6 to 8 minutes on one side.
  16. Later, we can turn the chicken skewers with tongs and apply the marinade on top of the chicken with a brush.
  17. Grill them for 6 to 8 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
  18. When the chicken skewers are done, check with a meat thermometer and if the chicken skewers
  19. Internal temperature is around 165 degrees F, it means it is now perfect to use.
  20. Then put these Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers on serving plates and garnish with parsley.

Tips
  • We can marinate the chicken for about thirty minutes or even allow it to marinate overnight to make these skewers more flavorful.
  • We can also add some extra red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to make them more spicy.
  • We can also preheat the grill and brush the chicken with oil to prevent the chicken from sticking.
  • You can also add some keto-friendly vegetables like diced tomatoes or chopped bell peppers to make it more healthy and flavorful.
  • We can also add additional herbs such as thyme, rosemary, or oregano to make it more delicious.

Storage Information
Refrigerator
Store the chicken skewers in a sealed container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
We can store the chicken skewers in a sealed container covered with plastic wrap or aluminum foil in an airtight container and store these chicken skewers for up to 2 to 3 months.

Frequently Asked Questions
How can we make these chicken skewers ahead of time?
We can make these chicken skewers, store them in a container, refrigerate them, and grill them when needed.
Are these Parmesan Chicken Skewers Low in Carbs?
These Parmesan Chicken Skewers only contain 2g of carbs, 0g of fiber, 25g of protein, and 2g of net carbs.
How can we store these Parmesan Chicken Skewers?
We can keep these chicken skewers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days 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 a 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 use to make these chicken skewers?
Instead of chicken, we can make these chicken skewers with shrimp, beef or pork.

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