Description
These Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for a quick dinner. Tender chunks of chicken are seasoned with garlic, herbs, and Parmesan cheese, then cooked to crispy perfection in the air fryer. Serve with lemon wedges for a burst of freshness!
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Skewers:
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch chunks)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
For Serving:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Season Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika. Toss chicken in the mixture.
- Skewer Chicken: Thread the chicken onto skewers.
- Cook: Place skewers in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10–12 minutes, turning halfway.
- Add Parmesan: Sprinkle Parmesan over skewers in the last 2 minutes of cooking.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- You can prep these ahead and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before air frying.
- Try with a dipping sauce like garlic aioli or ranch.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for 1–2 hours in the olive oil mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
