Description
These Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Tender, juicy chicken thighs are seasoned with garlic and herbs, skewered, and air fried to crispy perfection. Coated in a rich garlic parmesan butter sauce, these skewers are bursting with savory flavor and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes.
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: Soak bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes if using to prevent burning during cooking. If using metal skewers, soaking is not necessary. 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 thoroughly until each piece is well coated to enhance flavor before cooking.
- Thread Chicken: Thread the seasoned chicken pieces onto the skewers, placing about 7-8 pieces per skewer for even cooking.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C).
- Cook Chicken – First Stage: Place the skewers in the air fryer basket and cook for 8 minutes to start browning and cooking the chicken.
- Make Garlic Parmesan 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 evenly blended.
- Continue Cooking: After 8 minutes, flip the skewers over and brush generously with the garlic parmesan butter. Air fry for an additional 7 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C), indicating it is fully cooked and safe to eat.
- Brush and Serve: Remove the skewers from the air fryer, brush them with extra garlic parmesan butter for rich flavor, and serve immediately while hot and juicy.
Notes
- Make sure to check the internal temperature of the chicken using a meat thermometer to ensure safety.
- If using bamboo skewers, always soak them to avoid burning during cooking.
- Adjust garlic and herb seasoning quantity to your taste preference for more or less garlicky flavor.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
