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Grilled Chicken Skewers with Cowboy Butter

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Juicy grilled chicken on skewers with a bold, zesty cowboy butter sauce. Perfect for summer or any time of the year.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lb chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1.25-inch cubes
  • 1.5 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.25 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder (optional)
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 8–10 wooden or metal skewers (soak wooden skewers 20–30 minutes)
  • 8 tbsp (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp chives, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp lemon zest + 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4–1/2 tsp cayenne or red pepper flakes, to taste
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt, to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Lemon wedges for serving
  • Extra chopped herbs for serving

Instructions

  1. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20–30 minutes. Preheat the grill to medium-high (about 400–450°F). Clean and oil the grates.
  2. Make the cowboy butter: In a bowl, mix softened butter, garlic, parsley, chives, Dijon, Worcestershire, lemon zest and juice, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Split into two bowls—one for basting, one for serving.
  3. Season the chicken: In a large bowl, toss chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and lemon zest.
  4. Thread the chicken onto skewers, packing the pieces snugly but not too tight so heat can circulate.
  5. Oil the grill grates again if needed. Place skewers on the grill over direct heat.
  6. Grill 8–10 minutes total, turning every 2–3 minutes. During the last 2 minutes, brush with the basting bowl of cowboy butter. Cook until the thickest piece hits 165°F.
  7. Rest 3–5 minutes. Brush with fresh cowboy butter from the clean bowl. Sprinkle herbs, add lemon wedges, and serve warm.

Notes

Use two heat zones on the grill to prevent flare-ups. Do not baste with the same butter used at the table; keep it separate.

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