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Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers

Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers – Flavorful Air Fryer Bliss

Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers are an easy, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with a sweet-savory glaze, perfect for appetizers or main meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 27 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Chicken breast can be substituted.
For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Olive oil can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast for dairy-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh juice is preferred.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup can be used as a vegan substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Tamari works for gluten-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can be a substitute.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced fresh garlic is best.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika or chili powder can be swapped.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Omit for a milder experience.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Reduce quantity if using table salt.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked is preferable.
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use vegan butter for a dairy-free version.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Highly recommended for garnishing.
Additional Supplies
  • 1 package Wooden Skewers Soak beforehand to prevent burning.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Large bowl
  • Skillet
  • Wooden skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine boneless, skinless chicken thighs with vegetable oil, parmesan cheese, lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper, dried oregano, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix until all chicken pieces are well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for deeper flavor infusion.
  2. Once marinated, take the soaked wooden skewers and thread 5-6 pieces of chicken onto each skewer, ensuring they are spaced evenly and can lay flat in your air fryer basket. Be mindful not to overcrowd the skewers.
  3. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Carefully place the chicken skewers inside the basket and air fry for 11-12 minutes, flipping halfway through. Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before removing.
  4. While the chicken cooks, melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in honey, parmesan cheese, and chopped fresh parsley. Stir continuously for another minute, then remove from heat.
  5. Once the honey garlic chicken skewers are done, carefully brush them with the warm honey garlic butter. Serve the skewers warm on a platter, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinate longer for enhanced flavor. Use a meat thermometer for safety. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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