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Grilled Ranch Chicken

Savory Grilled Ranch Chicken Skewers for Easy Weeknight Dinners

Discover the delightful flavors of Grilled Ranch Chicken in this easy, 4-ingredient recipe perfect for any weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Soaking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Ranch Dressing Any brand works, homemade enhances taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Ranch Seasoning Can substitute with a homemade mix.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh is preferable, can use garlic powder.
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenderloins Can replace with chicken breast cut to sizes.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Can substitute with parsley.
  • 1 medium Poblano Pepper Jalapeño is spicier.
  • 1 whole Avocado No direct substitute.
  • 2 medium Tomatillo Use green tomato in a pinch.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh is best, bottled can work.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to your taste preferences.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to your taste preferences.

Equipment

  • Wooden Skewers
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Blender

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Soak the skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, ranch seasoning, and minced garlic.
  3. Cut chicken into 1.5-inch chunks and marinate for 20 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to medium broil; prepare baking sheet with foil or parchment.
  5. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, space pieces appropriately.
  6. Broil skewers for 25-30 minutes, flipping every 10 minutes until golden-brown.
  7. Blend cilantro, poblano, avocado, tomatillo, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  8. Serve skewers with creamy sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 480mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Leftover skewers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for long-term storage.

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