Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers (Print)

Crispy golden chicken skewers with aromatic garlic and Parmesan coating, air-fried to tender perfection in just 30 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Marinade

02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
04 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
06 - 1 teaspoon salt
07 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Coating

08 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
09 - ⅓ cup panko breadcrumbs
10 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
11 - Zest of 1 lemon

→ Serving

12 - Lemon wedges

# How To Make It:

01 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until thoroughly combined.
02 - Add chicken cubes to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for optimal flavor penetration.
03 - Combine Parmesan, panko breadcrumbs, parsley, and lemon zest in a shallow bowl, blending until uniform.
04 - Thread marinated chicken onto skewers. Roll each skewer in the Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure coating adheres properly.
05 - Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes to ensure proper cooking temperature.
06 - Place skewers in the air fryer basket in a single layer without overcrowding. Cook in batches if necessary to maintain proper air circulation.
07 - Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking, until chicken develops a golden crust and reaches internal temperature of 165°F.
08 - Transfer skewers to serving platter, garnish with additional fresh parsley and lemon wedges, and serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The coating gets impossibly crispy while the chicken stays juicy inside
  • Everything happens in one appliance without heating up your kitchen
  • These reheat beautifully for lunch the next day if you somehow have leftovers
02 -
  • Soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes so they do not burn in the air fryer
  • Work in batches rather than overcrowding the basket or the chicken will steam instead of crisp
  • Use an instant-read thermometer to hit exactly 165°F for perfectly cooked meat
03 -
  • Preheat your air fryer even if the manual says it is not necessary
  • Let the skewers rest for 2 minutes after cooking so the juices redistribute

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