Description
These Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish perfect for a main course or appetizer. The chicken is coated in a delicious blend of spices and Parmesan cheese, then air-fried to crispy perfection. Serve these skewers hot with a side of your favorite dipping sauce for a low-carb, gluten-free treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Skewers:
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- Optional: extra Parmesan and melted butter for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Chicken: In a large bowl, toss chicken cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until coated.
- Add Parmesan: Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until chicken is thoroughly coated.
- Thread Skewers: Thread chicken onto skewers.
- Cook: Place skewers in air fryer basket and cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Optional: Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with extra Parmesan before serving.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Serve with ranch, garlic aioli, or marinara for dipping.
- Perfect for meal prep, parties, or a low-carb dinner.
- Try adding veggies like bell peppers or zucchini on the skewers for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
