Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers
These Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are juicy, flavorful, and perfectly crispy! Made with tender chicken coated in a buttery garlic parmesan sauce, they’re an easy high-protein recipe for dinner that works as a main dish or an appetizer. Whether you're looking for quick dinner ideas or a healthy recipe that's easy, these skewers are perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken tenders thighs, or breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 stick butter ½ cup
- 8-10 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt or to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
- Skewers wooden or metal
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes.
- In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Thread the chicken onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
- Arrange the skewers in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- While the chicken is cooking, melt butter in a pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan.
- Once the chicken is done, brush or drizzle the garlic parmesan butter sauce over the skewers.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Serve with ranch, marinara, or garlic aioli for dipping.
- For extra crispiness, air fry for an additional 2 minutes at 375°F (190°C).
- You can also grill these skewers for a smoky flavor.