Description
These Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are a quick and flavorful appetizer or main dish, featuring tender chicken pieces seasoned and cooked to perfection in an air fryer. Coated with a rich garlic parmesan sauce, they offer a delicious blend of savory and cheesy flavors, ready in just 22 minutes and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Skewers
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chicken seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
- 16 bamboo skewers (6 inch)
Garlic Parmesan Sauce
- ½ cup garlic parmesan sauce (referenced recipe or homemade)
- Optional garnish: fresh chopped parsley
- Optional garnish: grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Cut the chicken breasts or thighs into 1-inch pieces. Toss the chicken pieces with olive oil to coat evenly. Then sprinkle the chicken seasoning over the pieces, ensuring they are well seasoned.
- Skewer the chicken: Thread four pieces of the seasoned chicken tightly onto each 6-inch bamboo skewer. Prepare enough skewers to hold all the chicken pieces, usually about 16 skewers.
- Air fry the skewers – first cook: Place the skewers in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Depending on the size of your air fryer (6-quart used here), you may need to cook in two batches, fitting 8 skewers at a time. Set the air fryer to 400°F and cook for 10 minutes.
- Flip and brush with sauce: Open the air fryer and carefully flip all the chicken skewers to cook evenly on both sides. Brush each skewer generously with garlic parmesan sauce. Return the skewers to the air fryer and cook for an additional 2 minutes at 400°F.
- Final touch and serve: Remove the skewers from the air fryer and brush with any remaining garlic parmesan sauce for extra flavor. Optionally garnish with fresh chopped parsley and a sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for juicier skewers or chicken breasts for a leaner option.
- If you don’t have a garlic parmesan sauce ready, you can prepare your own with garlic, butter, parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
- Soak bamboo skewers in water for 20-30 minutes before cooking to prevent burning in the air fryer.
- Adjust cooking times slightly based on the size of chicken pieces and air fryer model.
- This recipe pairs well with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
