Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers

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Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are very tasty. These skewers are prepared quickly in 30 minutes, so they are good for making a quick dinner. It contains chicken garlic, olive oil, seasonings, butter, hot sauce, & parmesan cheese. This dish has the butter and parmesan cheese in it so it is not safe for dairy allergic peoples. We have to use vegan cheese and butter so it is safe for dairy allergies. These skewers store nicely, and their taste and texture will remain the same, so we would easily prepare them in advance for meal prep. Serve these Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers with cauliflower rice, salad, & roasted veggies.

STATS:

  • Caloric Count: 390 kcal
  • Preparation Duration: Fifteen minutes
  • Serving size: 2
  • Cook time: 15 minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Total time: 30 minutes
  • Course: Main course
  • Diet: Low-carb, High-protein
  • Serving: 6

EQUIPMENT:

  • Air fryer
  • Metal skewers
  • Big mixing vessel
  • Cutting board
  • Saucepan
  • Knife
  • Tongs
  • Pastry brush

INGREDIENTS:

  • Two tsp. paprika
  • 2 lbs. chicken tenders
  • ½ tsp. black pepper
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 stick butter
  • 8 to 10 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp. onion powder
  • Half cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp. hot sauce
  • 2 tsp. red pepper flakes
  • ⅓ cup fresh parsley
  • Half tsp. salt
  • One tsp. garlic powder

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CHICKEN:

  • Utilize the chicken thighs to make these skewers. It will make them juicy and more flavorful and provide protein in the dish. We have to make equal slices, so they cook in the same amount of time.

OLIVE OIL:

  • Include the olive oil to coat the chicken so the spices will stick nicely to it. Add the avocado oil as its substitute, as it works nicely.

PARMESAN CHEESE:

  • Add the parmesan cheese to provide the salty flavor in the skewers. It is best to shred the cheese fresh for the strong taste. Utilize the vegan parmesan cheese instead if you have a dairy allergy.

BUTTER:

  • Add the butter to provide the smooth texture and indulgent flavor in the sauce. We would have to utilize the unsalted butter to add the salt as we like. Add the vegan butter instead if you have a dairy allergy.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Make the equal-sized, bite-sized chicken pieces, then dry them.
  2. Add the chicken in the large vessel then include the seasonings + olive oil and mix to coat them equally.
  3. Place the chicken pieces on the metal skewers with some space between them.
  4. Now heat the air fryer at 400° F for three minutes.
  5. Put the skewers in a single line in the basket and cook for 10 to 15 minutes at 400° F.
  6. Meanwhile, while the chicken is cooking, add the butter to a small pan and melt it over a low flame.
  7. Then include the garlic and toss it till it gets aromatic.
  8. Now include the parmesan cheese, parsley, red pepper flakes, & hot sauce in it and mix.
  9. When the chicken is done, monitor the chicken with the thermometer, and it should be at 165° F.
  10. Now apply the sauce on the chicken properly with the brush then add them in the platter & serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

VEGETABLES:

  • Roasted Broccoli
  • Garlic Green Beans
  • Roasted Zucchini

SALADS:

  • Cucumber Tomato Salad
  • Fresh Green Salad
  • Caesar Salad

GRAINS:

  • Brown Rice
  • Quinoa
  • Garlic Rice

DIPPING SAUCES:

  • Garlic Yogurt Sauce
  • Ranch Dressing
  • BBQ Sauce

GARNISHES:

  • Parsley
  • Red Pepper Flakes
  • Lemon Wedges

TIPS:

  • We have to make the chicken pieces equal in size so they cook in the same amount of time.
  • Put the skewers in one line so the chicken gets properly cooked.
  • You can decrease the quantity of red pepper flakes and hot sauce or skip one of them if you want to lighten the spice.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Let the chicken cool properly then add them in the container and store for three to four days.

FREEZER:

  • Properly cool the chicken, then put them in the box and freeze for 2 to 3 months.

FAQs:

Will I add the chicken breast to make these skewers?

  • Yes, we can easily use the chicken breast, but without bone and skin, and properly monitor the texture, or else they will get dry.

How to make the dairy-free chicken skewers?

  • Add the vegan parmesan cheese & butter to make them without dairy.

Will we make these skewers in advance?

  • Yes, we will easily make them in advance and store them in the fridge and air-fry fresh when required.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 390 kcal

Net carbs: 2 g

Iron: 1.5 mg

Total carbs: 3 g

Vitamin A: 180 mcg RAE

Fiber: 1 g

Calcium: 130 mg

Protein: 39 g

Sodium: 550 mg

Potassium: 520 mg

Serving size: 2

Serving: 1