Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers

If you’re looking for a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that will impress your family and friends, look no further than these Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers. Packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion, these skewers are sure to be a hit!

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 2 lbs chicken tenders, thighs, or breast
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Garlic Parmesan Butter Sauce:

• 1 stick butter
• 8-10 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup parmesan, grated
• 1 tbsp hot sauce (more if desired)
• 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 1/3 cup fresh parsley, minced

Chicken Seasonings:

• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions:

1. Prep and Skewer the Chicken:

• Soak Skewers: Begin by soaking wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent them from burning during cooking.
• Mix Seasonings: In a bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
• Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken into 3-inch pieces. Toss the chicken pieces in olive oil and then coat them evenly with the seasoning mixture.
• Skewer: Thread the seasoned chicken pieces tightly onto the soaked skewers.

2. Prepare the Garlic Parmesan Butter Sauce:

• In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and minced garlic together.
• Once melted, add the red pepper flakes, hot sauce, minced parsley, and grated parmesan. Whisk until the sauce is smooth and well combined.

3. Cooking:

• Air Fry: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Arrange the chicken skewers in the air fryer basket in batches, if necessary.
• First Cook: Air fry the skewers for 5 minutes, then flip them over.
• First Baste: Baste the skewers with the garlic parmesan butter sauce and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
• Second Flip: Flip the skewers again, baste with more sauce, and cook for another 5-6 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.
• Final Touch: Finish with a final basting of the garlic parmesan butter sauce and sprinkle with additional grated parmesan if desired.

Storage:

• Refrigerate: Store any leftover skewers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat: Reheat the skewers in the air fryer or oven until they are heated through.

Tips:

• Soak Skewers: Ensure that the wooden skewers are soaked for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
• Adjust Spice Level: Feel free to adjust the amount of hot sauce and red pepper flakes to suit your taste preferences.
• Skewer Size: Make sure the skewers fit in your air fryer. If necessary, trim the skewers to fit.
• Safe Basting: Use a separate portion of the garlic parmesan butter sauce for basting raw and cooked chicken to avoid cross-contamination.

Nutritional Information:

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 14 minutes
• Total Time: 29 minutes
• Calories: Approx. 310 kcal per serving
• Servings: 4-6

These Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are a perfect blend of savory and spicy, with a delightful garlic and parmesan flavor that will make your taste buds dance. Whether you’re hosting a party or looking for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. Enjoy!