Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers (Print-Friendly Format)
Juicy chicken skewers grilled or air fried and basted with tangy garlic parmesan butter for incredible flavor.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Chicken
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900 g chicken breast, thighs, or tenders
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2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Garlic Parmesan Butter Sauce
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113 g unsalted butter (1 stick)
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8–10 garlic cloves, minced
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60 g parmesan cheese, finely grated
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1 tablespoon hot sauce
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2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
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15 g fresh parsley, minced
→ Chicken Seasonings
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2 teaspoons paprika
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
# How to Make It:
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Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes. Combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Cut chicken into 7.5 cm pieces, then place in a large bowl with olive oil and spice mixture. Toss to evenly coat all pieces.
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Thread the seasoned chicken onto soaked skewers, packing pieces tightly with no gaps. If skewers are too long, trim as necessary to fit in the air fryer basket.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, combine butter and minced garlic. Heat until butter is partially melted. Add red pepper flakes, hot sauce, parsley, and parmesan. Whisk until fully combined. If separation occurs, incorporate 1–2 tablespoons softened butter to re-emulsify.
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Separate one-third of the sauce into a clean bowl for use during initial basting. Reserve the remainder for final glazing after cooking.
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Arrange 2–3 skewers in the air fryer basket. Cook at 200°C for 5 minutes. Turn skewers, baste with reserved sauce, and cook for 2 additional minutes. Flip back, baste again, and cook for 5–6 more minutes, or until chicken reaches 74°C internal temperature.
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Brush the cooked skewers with the clean reserved garlic parmesan sauce and sprinkle with extra grated parmesan. Serve warm as desired.
# Additional Information:
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For oven preparation, roast skewers at 232°C for 14 minutes, flipping and basting halfway, then broil for 2 minutes to brown. For grilling, cook over medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes per side, basting throughout. Always finalize with a fresh coat of sauce to enhance flavor and food safety.