Description
These Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are a quick and flavorful dish perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or crowd-pleasing appetizer. Tender pieces of boneless, skinless chicken seasoned and air fried to juicy perfection, then brushed with a creamy garlic parmesan sauce for a rich, savory finish. Ready in just 22 minutes, this recipe offers a deliciously simple protein packed snack or meal option.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chicken seasoning (a blend of herbs and spices; recipe link)
Sauce
- ½ cup garlic parmesan sauce (creamy, savory sauce; recipe link)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces. Toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, ensuring each piece is coated evenly. Next, sprinkle the chicken seasoning over the pieces and mix well to distribute the flavors.
- Skewer the Chicken: Thread the seasoned chicken pieces tightly onto 6-inch bamboo skewers, placing 4 pieces per skewer. Make sure the skewers will fit inside your air fryer basket comfortably.
- Air Fry the Chicken: Arrange the skewers in a single layer inside your air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes. Depending on your air fryer size, you may need to cook in batches (the referenced 6-quart model fits about 8 skewers at a time).
- Flip and Sauce: After 10 minutes, carefully open the air fryer and flip each chicken skewer. Brush the garlic parmesan sauce generously over the chicken pieces. Return the skewers to the air fryer and cook for an additional 2 minutes at 400°F.
- Serve: Remove the chicken skewers from the air fryer. Brush with any remaining garlic parmesan sauce for extra flavor. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with fresh chopped parsley and grated parmesan cheese for added color and taste.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful meat, or chicken breasts for a leaner option.
- If bamboo skewers are not pre-soaked, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.
- Cook skewers in batches if your air fryer basket is small to ensure even cooking.
- For extra crispiness, you can add a light spray of cooking oil before air frying.
- Garlic parmesan sauce can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and parmesan cheese to enhance presentation and flavor.
