Description
These Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a delicious meal any day of the week. Tender chicken thighs are seasoned, skewered, and cooked to juicy perfection in the air fryer, then brushed with a rich garlic parmesan butter for an irresistible finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe offers a tasty, easy-to-make option that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Chicken Skewers
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 1/2 Tbsp garlic and herb seasoning
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 6 skewers, metal or bamboo
Garlic Parmesan Butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced or grated
- 1 Tbsp garlic and herb seasoning
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Skewers: If using bamboo skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during cooking. Metal skewers do not require soaking. Ensure the skewers fit comfortably in your air fryer basket.
- Season Chicken: In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with olive oil and garlic and herb seasoning until all pieces are evenly coated to enhance flavor before cooking.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread the seasoned chicken pieces onto the skewers, placing about 7-8 pieces per skewer to ensure even cooking.
- Preheat and Cook Chicken: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Place the skewers in the air fryer basket and cook for 8 minutes to begin browning and cooking the chicken.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: While the chicken cooks, combine softened butter, minced garlic, garlic and herb seasoning, kosher salt, chopped parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese in a bowl. Mix until smooth and well blended.
- Continue Cooking and Baste: After 8 minutes, flip the skewers, brush generously with the garlic parmesan butter, and air fry for an additional 7 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Finish and Serve: Remove skewers from the air fryer, brush again with extra garlic parmesan butter for rich flavor, and serve immediately while hot and juicy.
Notes
- Soaking bamboo skewers prevents them from burning in the air fryer.
- Ensure chicken pieces are evenly sized for uniform cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check that the chicken has reached 165°F for safety.
- Fresh parsley adds brightness; substitute with dried if needed but reduce the quantity.
- These skewers pair well with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
