Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers
Juicy chicken thigh skewers cooked in the air fryer.Brushed with rich garlic parmesan butter.Easy 30-minute dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 640 g 1.4 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 3/4 tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Garlic Parmesan Butter
- 75 g 5 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 20 g 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 garlic cloves finely minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley finely diced
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
- Place the chicken in a large bowl and add olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Toss well until all pieces are evenly coated.
- Thread the chicken onto 4 skewers, keeping the pieces packed closely together while leaving space at both ends.
- Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
- Place the skewers in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the garlic parmesan butter by combining softened butter, Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Stir until smooth and brushable. If needed, microwave in 5-second intervals until creamy.
- After 10 minutes, flip the Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers and brush with one-third of the butter mixture.
- Air fry for 2½ minutes.
- Flip again, brush with another third of the butter, and cook for another 2½ minutes.
- Continue cooking until lightly charred and the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F).
- Remove from the air fryer and brush with the remaining garlic parmesan butter.
- Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Substitute chicken breast if preferred.
- Add Italian seasoning for extra herb flavor.
- Serve with roasted vegetables, rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
- Great for meal prep lunches throughout the week.