Lemon Butter Parmesan Chicken

Ingredients

  • 3-4 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup white wine OR 1 tsp chicken bouillon
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (for the marinade)
  • 1.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp oregano
  • 1.5 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1.5 cups panko crumbs
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese

Lemon Butter Sauce

  • 1 stick butter (salted or unsalted)
  • 3-4 tbsp lemon juice

Directions

  • Marinade: in a large bowl, mix the chicken, olive oil, white wine or chicken bouillon, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp salt. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  • In another bowl, mix the panko, parmesan, garlic powder, oregano, red pepper flakes, and the remaining salt and pepper.
  • Preheat a grill to medium-high.
  • Add the breadcrumb mixture to the marinated chicken and toss until evenly coated. Thread onto skewers.
  • Grill about 5 minutes, then flip and cook another 4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165F.
  • Make the sauce by melting the butter with the lemon juice. Finish the chicken with a brushing of lemon butter.
  • Oven method: bake at 400F for 10-15 minutes, then broil each side 3-4 minutes.

Credit @ameliaisnotachef. From Great Recipes on Instagram.

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