Description
These Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are a quick and flavorful meal, featuring tender chicken thighs seasoned with garlic and herbs, cooked to perfection in the air fryer, and finished with a rich garlic parmesan butter. Perfect as a delicious appetizer or main dish, ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 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 each piece is evenly coated to infuse flavor before cooking.
- Thread Chicken onto Skewers: Thread the seasoned chicken pieces onto the skewers, placing approximately 7-8 pieces per skewer to ensure even cooking.
- Preheat Air Fryer and Start Cooking: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Place the skewers in the air fryer basket and cook for 8 minutes to brown and begin cooking the chicken.
- Prepare Garlic Parmesan Butter: While the chicken is cooking, combine softened butter, minced garlic, garlic and herb seasoning, kosher salt, chopped fresh parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese in a bowl. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well blended.
- Flip and Brush Chicken: After 8 minutes, carefully flip the skewers over. Generously brush the chicken with the prepared garlic parmesan butter to enhance flavor.
- Continue Cooking: Return the skewers to the air fryer and cook for an additional 7 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, ensuring it is fully cooked and safe to eat.
- Final Brush and Serve: Remove the skewers from the air fryer and brush them with extra garlic parmesan butter for additional richness. Serve immediately while hot and juicy for the best taste experience.
Notes
- Soaking bamboo skewers prevents them from burning in the air fryer.
- Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for food safety.
- You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Serve with a side of greens or a dipping sauce for a complete meal.
- Leftover chicken can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
