Crispy Portuguese Chicken Skewers
Delicious and easy-to-make skewers, perfect for a quick dinner. The crispy exterior and juicy interior of the chicken will make your taste buds dance.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Chicken breastcut into 1-inch pieces
- ●1/2 cup Portuguese bread crumbsfor coating
- ●1 Eggbeaten
- ●1/4 cup All-purpose flourfor coating
- ●1/4 cup Olive oilfor brushing
- ●1 teaspoon Garlic powderoptional
- ●to taste Saltoptional
- ●to taste Pepperoptional
- ●1/4 cup Fresh parsleychopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- 2
In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, egg, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 3
Dip each chicken piece into the flour mixture, coating both sides evenly.
- 4
Dip the flour-coated chicken piece into the beaten egg, making sure to coat completely.
- 5
Roll the egg-coated chicken piece in the Portuguese bread crumbs, pressing the crumbs onto the chicken to help them stick.
- 6
Place the coated chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving a small space between each piece.
- 7
Brush the tops of the chicken pieces with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, if using.
- 8
Grill the skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the exterior is crispy.
- 9
Transfer the skewers to a plate and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- 10
Serve hot and enjoy!