Description
These Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers feature tender chicken breast pieces marinated in a flavorful blend of garlic, parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, and herbs, then air fried to juicy perfection. Perfectly quick and easy, these skewers are delicious served with wraps, rice, or creamy mashed potatoes, making them an ideal meal for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Marinade
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chili paste
- ½ tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic granules
- 1 teaspoon onion granules
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese, divided
Garlic Parmesan Butter
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Remaining parmesan cheese reserved from marinade
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch bite-sized cubes and place them into a mixing bowl.
- Marinate the Chicken: To the bowl, add olive oil, mayonnaise, chili paste, smoked paprika, garlic granules, onion granules, dried parsley, half of the parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all chicken pieces are evenly coated with the marinade.
- Skewer the Chicken: Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers, placing about 4-6 pieces per skewer.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and preheat. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- Air Fry the Skewers: Arrange the skewers in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is fully cooked, nicely charred, and no longer pink inside. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Make Garlic Parmesan Butter: While the chicken cooks, melt the unsalted butter in the microwave for about 10 seconds. Add minced garlic, remaining parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley to the melted butter and whisk until combined.
- Brush the Skewers: Once cooked, generously brush the garlic parmesan butter evenly over all sides of the chicken skewers.
- Serve: Serve the skewers immediately. They pair wonderfully with wraps, rice, or creamy mashed potatoes for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- This recipe is quick and easy, taking under 30 minutes from start to finish, perfect for busy weeknights.
- The chicken is tender and full of flavor thanks to the garlic parmesan marinade and butter finish.
- Cooking in batches might be necessary depending on your air fryer size.
- Adjust chili paste quantity to control the heat level according to preference.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for food safety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 4-5 chicken pieces)
- Calories: 346 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 303 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 109 mg
