Description
This recipe for Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers features tender boneless chicken thighs coated in a rich garlic parmesan butter, then air-fried to golden perfection. Infused with lemon zest and a hint of red pepper flakes, these skewers are packed with flavor and perfect for a quick, delicious meal.
Ingredients
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Garlic Parmesan Butter
- 1 pound salted butter, softened
- 5 cloves garlic, grated
- ½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese
- 1 lemon, zest and juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped, optional, for serving
Chicken Skewers
- 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch strips
- 2 teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the garlic parmesan butter: Melt the butter in a medium-sized bowl, then add the grated garlic, parmesan cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine. Note that the butter sauce may firm up while you make the recipe, which is normal.
- Trim the skewers: Cut the wooden skewers to fit your air fryer using heavy-duty poultry shears or kitchen shears designed for deboning. Alternatively, use metal skewers that fit your air fryer.
- Skewer the chicken: Thread 6 to 7 pieces of chicken thigh strips tightly onto each skewer. Repeat until all chicken pieces are used. Season the skewers evenly with 2 teaspoons salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
- Brush with garlic parmesan butter: Using a basting brush, coat all sides of each chicken skewer generously with the prepared garlic parmesan butter.
- Cook the chicken skewers: Place the skewers in the air fryer at 350°F. Cook for 5 minutes, then remove and baste again with more butter. Cook for another 5 minutes, baste once more, and cook a final 5 minutes, totaling 15 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve and garnish: After all skewers are cooked, pour the garlic parmesan butter pooled in the air fryer over the chicken. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, additional parmesan, and serve with lemon wedges. Enjoy your flavorful skewers!
Notes
- Trim wooden skewers to fit your air fryer using heavy-duty poultry shears for a clean cut.
- Metal skewers compatible with your air fryer can be a convenient alternative.
- For a nugget-style variation, skip the skewers but reduce cooking time and watch closely to avoid overcooking.
- The garlic parmesan butter may solidify at room temperature; gently rewarm if needed before basting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 27 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
