Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers
Crispy and cheesy on the outside, oh-so-juicy on the inside— these Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are a must-add to your weekly dinner rotation! In less than 30 minutes you'll have the juiciest chicken pieces ready to pair with all your favorites sides.
Servings: 5 servings
Equipment
- 5 (8-inch) skewers, wooden or metal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 5 tablespoons salted butter melted
- 4 garlic cloves finely minced
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley plus more for serving
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest from 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the avocado oil, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken pieces and toss until well coated.2 tablespoons avocado oil, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- Thread the chicken onto the skewers, about 8 pieces per skewer. Arrange the skewers in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 5-6 minutes.
- While the chicken is cooking, stir together the melted butter, garlic, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and lemon zest in a medium bowl. Flip the skewers and brush with half of the Parmesan garlic butter sauce. (It’s fine if the cheese clumps a little, just spread it out the best you can.) Cook for another 5 minutes.5 tablespoons salted butter, 4 garlic cloves, ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- Flip the skewers one last time, brush with the remaining sauce, and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve with additional Parmesan, chopped parsley, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, if desired.
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Notes
- Skewers: 8-inch skewers work the best in most standard-sized air fryers.
- Italian Seasoning: I used the Evolving Table Italian Seasoning when testing this recipe. Another store-bought variety can work, but you’ll want to make sure and adjust the amount of salt accordingly.
- Storage: Let the chicken cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Air fry at 350°F for 3-4 minutes or until warmed through. You can also reheat in the microwave, but the texture won’t be as crisp.
Nutrition
Calories: 351kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 116mg | Sodium: 718mg | Potassium: 562mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 641IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 2mg
