There’s something magical about bacon sizzling on the grill—but wrap it around juicy chunks of chicken and drizzle it with creamy ranch flavors, and you’ve got a keto masterpiece. These Chicken Bacon Ranch Skewers are the perfect low-carb answer to summer cookouts, weekday dinners, or backyard gatherings. They’re rich in flavor, super satisfying, and incredibly easy to make. With every bite, you get the smoky char of grilled chicken, the crispness of bacon, and the cool tang of ranch—all in one savory skewer.

A Quick History of the Skewer
Skewering food over an open flame is one of the oldest cooking methods known to humans. Evidence of skewered meat dates back to prehistoric times, when early humans roasted chunks of meat on sticks over fire pits. Archaeological digs have found skewer-like tools in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean regions, dating as far back as 3000 B.C.

The term “skewer” itself comes from the Middle English skuer, rooted in Germanic languages. But the technique is truly global:
Ancient Greeks used flat metal skewers called obeliskoi to grill meats, referenced even in Homer’s epics.
In Turkey, skewered meats evolved into shish kebab, a culinary staple whose name literally means "skewer of meat."
In Japan, skewers are known as yakitori, a beloved street food tradition of grilled chicken served with tare sauce.
In Indonesia and Southeast Asia, you’ll find satay—marinated meats on bamboo skewers served with spicy peanut sauce.

Skewering became popular in the West through international travel and immigration, especially in the mid-20th century when grilling and BBQ culture took off in the U.S. Today, skewers are a go-to method in everything from fancy hors d’oeuvres to backyard grilling.