Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers
These Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make dish, perfect for grilling or air frying. Tender chicken pieces are seasoned with a blend of spices, then grilled to perfection and brushed with a rich garlic Parmesan butter sauce. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken tenders, thighs, or breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 stick butter
- 8–10 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- ⅓ cup fresh parsley, minced
Instructions
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cut the chicken into 3-inch pieces. Toss the chicken pieces in olive oil and the seasoning mix until well coated. Thread the chicken onto the skewers, packing them tightly.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in minced garlic and heat until partially melted. Add red pepper flakes, hot sauce, minced parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese. Whisk until well combined.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the skewers in the air fryer basket and cook for 5 minutes. Flip the skewers, brush with the garlic Parmesan butter sauce, and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Flip again, brush with more sauce, and cook for another 5-6 minutes, or until the chicken's internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve the skewers with a final drizzle of garlic Parmesan sauce and a sprinkle of extra Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg