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Garlic Parmesan Chicken

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers: Easy Air Fryer Dinner Recipe


  • Author: Clara Whisk
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Crispy, juicy chicken skewers tossed in a buttery garlic Parmesan sauce, cooked to perfection in the air fryer or oven. Perfect for weeknights or gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs chicken tenders (or thighs/breast), cut into 3″ pieces

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 tsp paprika

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

Garlic Parmesan Butter Sauce:

  • 1 stick unsalted butter

  • 810 cloves garlic, minced

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)

  • 2 tsp red pepper flakes

  • ⅓ cup fresh parsley, chopped


Instructions

  • Soak wooden skewers in water for 30+ minutes.

  • In a bowl, toss chicken with olive oil and seasonings.

  • Skewer tightly with no gaps between chicken pieces.

  • Melt butter, then stir in garlic, hot sauce, red pepper, parsley, and Parmesan.

  • Divide sauce: ⅓ for basting, rest for serving.

  • Air fry at 400°F: 5 min, flip + baste, 2 min, flip + baste, 5–6 min or until 165°F.

  • Brush with reserved sauce and serve hot.

Notes

  • Soak wooden skewers to avoid burning.

  • Use metal skewers for a reusable option.

  • Adjust hot sauce and red pepper flakes for spice level.

  • This recipe is halal and uses no alcohol or pork.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American-inspired