Description
Mediterranean-inspired Garlic Parmesan Chicken Delight Skewers bring zesty flavors dancing across tender chicken pieces. Grilled to perfection with aromatic herbs and rich parmesan, these skewers promise a delicious journey through savory culinary landscapes you’ll thoroughly enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Proteins:
- 2 lbs (907 grams) chicken tenders, thighs, or fillets
Cheese and Dairy:
- 1 stick (113 grams) butter
- ½ cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 8 to 10 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- ⅓ cup fresh parsley, minced
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Oils:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare wooden skewers by submerging them in water for a minimum of half an hour to prevent charring during cooking.
- Slice chicken into uniform 3-inch chunks, ensuring consistent cooking and presentation.
- Create a flavor-packed seasoning blend and coat chicken pieces thoroughly with olive oil and selected spices.
- Carefully thread seasoned chicken pieces onto pre-soaked skewers, positioning them closely to maximize heat distribution.
- Craft the garlic Parmesan sauce by gently melting butter with finely minced garlic in a saucepan over low heat.
- Enhance the sauce with red pepper flakes, hot sauce, freshly chopped parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese, whisking until smooth and well-integrated.
- Warm the air fryer to 400°F, preparing for optimal chicken cooking.
- Arrange skewered chicken inside the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Cook for 5 minutes, then carefully rotate skewers and generously brush with prepared garlic Parmesan sauce.
- Continue cooking, flipping and basting every 2 minutes, until chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F, typically requiring 10-12 minutes total.
- Remove skewers from air fryer and let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers beforehand to prevent burning during cooking, ensuring safe and smooth grilling experience.
- Cut chicken into uniform 3-inch pieces for even cooking and consistent texture throughout the skewers.
- Create a flavor-packed garlic Parmesan butter sauce by whisking red pepper flakes, hot sauce, parsley, and cheese for a zesty kick.
- Use an air fryer set at 400°F for quick, crispy chicken skewers with minimal oil and maximum flavor.
- Check chicken’s internal temperature carefully, aiming for the safe 165°F mark to guarantee perfectly cooked, juicy meat.
- Baste skewers multiple times during cooking to infuse extra moisture and enhance the rich, garlic Parmesan taste profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 670 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 46 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg