Description
Mouthwatering Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers bring Mediterranean zest to your dinner table. Crispy, herbed chicken bites deliver irresistible flavor you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut in 3-inch chunks
Seasonings and Spices:
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/3 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Cooking and Finishing Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon green Tabasco sauce
- 1 stick (1/2 cup or 113 grams) unsalted butter
- 10 garlic cloves, minced fresh
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) freshly grated parmesan
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
Instructions
- Immerse wooden skewers in cold water for half an hour to prevent charring during cooking.
- Whisk oil with selected seasonings in a mixing container. Thoroughly coat chicken pieces to ensure even flavor distribution.
- Carefully thread chicken onto skewers, positioning pieces snugly to maintain moisture and compact presentation. Trim skewer ends if necessary to fit air fryer basket.
- Create sauce by gently heating butter until melted. Sauté minced garlic and red pepper flakes until aromatic, releasing their intense flavors. Allow mixture to cool slightly, then incorporate grated cheese, fresh lemon juice, and chopped parsley.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Arrange skewers in basket, ensuring they don’t overlap. Cook for 6-7 minutes, then carefully flip. Generously brush with prepared sauce and continue cooking for additional 6-7 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Remove skewers from air fryer and apply final layer of sauce. Garnish with additional grated parmesan cheese before serving hot, creating a rich and flavorful presentation.
Notes
- Prevent Skewer Burning by soaking wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before threading chicken, which stops them from charring in the air fryer.
- Maximize Flavor Absorption by marinating chicken in seasoned oil for 15-30 minutes before cooking, allowing spices to deeply penetrate the meat.
- Ensure Even Cooking by arranging chicken pieces tightly on skewers and not overcrowding the air fryer basket, which helps achieve consistent golden-brown exterior and juicy interior.
- Customize Dietary Needs by substituting butter with olive oil for a lighter version, using gluten-free cheese for sensitive diets, or swapping chicken with tofu for a vegetarian alternative.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 445
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg