Parmesan Garlic Chicken in the Air Fryer

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Chicken Thighs or Breast (boneless, skinless; sliced thin or cut into 2‑3 inch pieces)
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (extra virgin preferred)
• 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika (or regular sweet paprika)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 1/2 teaspoon Lemon Pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon Lari Seasoning Salt (optional, can omit or replace with additional salt)
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (room temperature, cut into cubes)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
• 1 teaspoon Hot Sauce (optional, adjust to heat preference)
• 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest (from one fresh lemon)
• 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley (minced)
• 6 Wooden Skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)

Instructions

1. Prepare Skewers

   Place wooden skewers in a shallow dish of water and let them soak for at least 30 minutes so they won’t burn in the air fryer.

   Time: PT5M

2. Slice and Season Chicken

   Trim any excess fat from the chicken, then slice thinly or cut into 2‑3 inch pieces. In a large mixing bowl combine olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, lemon pepper, and Lari seasoning. Add the chicken pieces and toss until every piece is evenly coated.

   Time: PT7M

3. Skewer the Chicken

   Thread the seasoned chicken onto the soaked wooden skewers, packing the pieces tightly but without crushing them. Use two skewers for thin slices and one skewer for larger pieces as shown in the video.

   Time: PT3M

4. Air Fry First Side

   Pre‑heat the air fryer to 400°F. Place the skewers in a single layer in the basket and cook for 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 400°F

5. Make Garlic‑Parmesan Butter

   While the chicken cooks, combine room‑temperature butter, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, hot sauce (if using), lemon zest, grated Parmesan, and minced parsley in a small bowl. Mix until smooth.

   Time: PT5M

6. Flip, Baste, and Continue Cooking

   After the first 5 minutes, open the air fryer, flip each skewer, and brush the chicken generously with the garlic‑Parmesan butter. Cook for another 5 minutes, then repeat the flip‑and‑baste step once more for a total cooking time of 12‑15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 400°F

7. Rest and Serve

   Remove the chicken skewers from the air fryer and let them rest for 2 minutes. Sprinkle a little extra grated Parmesan and fresh parsley before serving.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

30g

Carbohydrates

5g

Fat

20g

Fiber

0g