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Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers

Rachel AnneRecipe By Rachel Anne |Updated 2026-01-25 |16 Comments
Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers
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Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers

PREP15 min
COOK18 min

Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are juicy, golden, and packed with flavor. Crispy, cheesy, and easy—your new go-to appetizer or weeknight dinner!

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4SERVINGS

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1
    Soak wooden skewers in water for 15 minutes if using; cut chicken into 1 1/2-inch cubes.
  2. 2
    In a bowl, whisk olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika.
  3. 3
    Add chicken cubes to the marinade and toss well. Sprinkle in half the Parmesan and mix again. Let marinate 10–15 minutes.
  4. 4
    Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving space between each cube.
  5. 5
    Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes. Spray basket with cooking spray.
  6. 6
    Arrange skewers in air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook 9 minutes, then flip, top with remaining Parmesan, and air fry 7–9 more minutes, until golden and cooked through.
  7. 7
    Transfer to platter, sprinkle with parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve hot with lemon wedges.

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