Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers
Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers offer a quick and easy way to enjoy tender chicken bites coated in a crispy garlic and parmesan crust. Perfect for a healthier, flavorful meal or appetizer, these skewers are cooked to golden perfection in the air fryer in under 30 minutes, requiring minimal ingredients and effort while delivering maximum taste.
- Author: Gloria
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Chicken
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
Coating & Seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Additional
- Wooden or metal skewers (wooden skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes if using)
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breast into even bite-sized pieces to ensure uniform cooking. Pat the pieces dry with paper towels to help the coating adhere better.
- Mix the Coating: In a bowl, combine grated parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, then evenly coat them with the parmesan and seasoning mixture.
- Skewer the Chicken: Thread the coated chicken pieces onto your skewers, making sure not to overcrowd to allow hot air to circulate inside the air fryer for even cooking.
- Preheat and Cook: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the skewers in a single layer inside the basket and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even browning and a crispy finish.
- Serve Warm: Once the chicken is golden and cooked through, remove the skewers from the air fryer and let them rest for a couple of minutes to lock in juiciness before serving.
Notes
- Cut chicken into uniform pieces to guarantee even cooking and avoid drying out.
- Always preheat the air fryer to achieve a perfect crispy crust from the start.
- Use parchment paper or foil under the skewers to prevent cheese from sticking to the air fryer basket.
- Flip skewers halfway through cooking to get an even golden color on all sides.
- Allow skewers to rest a few minutes before serving to retain juicy texture.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes prior to cooking to prevent burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 skewers
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
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