Air Fryer Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Skewers Recipe
Delicious and juicy Air Fryer Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Skewers featuring marinated chicken thighs coated in a flavorful garlic-herb butter, cooked to perfection in the air fryer for a quick and easy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2" pieces
- 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbsp. Italian seasoning
- 2 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, divided
- 2 tsp. garlic powder, divided
Garlic-Parmesan Butter
- 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan
Equipment
- 8 bamboo skewers
Instructions
- Prepare Skewers: Trim bamboo skewers so they fit into the air fryer basket if needed. Soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.
- Marinate Chicken: In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, Italian seasoning, 2 teaspoons of kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder until evenly coated.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread about 6 pieces of the marinated chicken onto each skewer. Arrange the skewers in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving about 1/2 inch space between them. Work in batches if necessary.
- Initial Air Fry: Cook the skewers in the air fryer at 400° Fahrenheit for 8 minutes.
- Prepare Garlic-Herb Butter: While the chicken cooks, mix the melted butter with finely chopped parsley, grated Parmesan, remaining 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt in a small bowl.
- Finish Cooking: Flip the skewers, generously brush them with the garlic-herb butter mixture, and continue air frying for about 4 more minutes or until the chicken is browned, cooked through, and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165° Fahrenheit.
- Serve: Brush the cooked skewers again with the remaining garlic-herb butter and arrange them on a serving platter. Serve extra garlic-herb butter on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Soak the bamboo skewers to prevent them from burning in the air fryer.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the chicken is fully cooked and safe to eat.
- You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breast, but thighs remain juicier and more flavorful.
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic-herb butter.
- If you don’t have bamboo skewers, metal skewers can be used safely without soaking.
- This recipe works well as a main course served with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
